REGISTERED NURSE

JOB SUMMARY

The RN performs under the direct supervision of the Director and is delegated an assignment by the charge nurse to achieve quality patient care. The Clinical Nurse shall implement the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in collaboration with the unit charge nurse as evidenced by documentation in the Patient Care Record, direct observation by the Director and patient evaluations of care. The RN is responsible to the unit Director for patient care and ultimately accountable to the Director of Nursing. The Clinical Nurse demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Documents all care and pertinent information in the Medical Record to ensure continuity of care. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned.


PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Performance expectations will be covered in the orientation and preceptor phases of your orientation to your job.

• Demonstrate technical aptitude for dealing with and troubleshooting labor & delivery equipment including but not limited to fetal monitors, telemetry fetal monitoring, fetal scalp electrodes, intrauterine pressure catheter, epidural pumps, radiant warmers, delivery lights and patient IV infusion pumps.
• Demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking skills in emergent situations by recognizing both maternal and fetal complications during the antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum periods...
• Demonstrate the ability to anticipate the needs of the physicians and anesthesia in order to expedite emergencies.
• Demonstrate the aptitude for safely positioning the laboring patient to enhance uteroplacental blood flow and safely use leg stirrups during a vaginal delivery.
• Demonstrate the aptitude for assisting the physician with vacuum extractor or forceps.
• Demonstrate the ability to recognize and intervene in complications of delivery such as shoulder dystocia, hemorrhage and hypertensive crisis.
• Demonstrate the ability to tolerate physically demanding tasks of repositioning patients while under epidural anesthesia utilizing safety measures for both yourself and/or the patient.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform safe practices related to the care of the mother/infant couplet.
• Demonstrate the ability to recognize the compromised newborn, obtain appropriate assistance, and perform emergency interventions.
• Demonstrate the ability to practice and educate on the ten steps to successful breastfeeding.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with the patients, families, and visitors of all age groups while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.
• Interacts effectively and builds respectful relationships with physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals, and other health-related Agencies.
• Behaviors and interactions demonstrate a positive attitude, personal initiative, and motivation to achieve the department's goals.
• Adheres to and promotes the established values of the organization, i.e., We CARE, Language of Caring, safety, compliance standards and all others.
• Champions the development and growth of safety culture.
• Participates in all competencies planned for the job role before deadlines.
• Complies with the departmental and facility policy.
• Follows the policies in the Employee Handbook.
• Uses "We Care" philosophy in daily communication
• Required appropriate use of the department's communication app.
• The spreading of rumors and gossip creates unnecessary turmoil, weakens working relationships, and is contrary to the spirit of the hospital and is prohibited.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION / SKILLS


Graduate of a recognized non-online RN program.


WORK EXPERIENCE


One year Labor and Delivery preferred, but not required.


CERTIFICATION / LICENSURE -DUE UPON HIRE

• Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATION / LICENSURE - OBTAINED BASED ON REQUIRED TIMEFRAME BELOW

• Basic Life Support

Within 30 Days of Employment

Required

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Within 180 Days of Employment

Required

• Neonatal Resuscitation

Within 1 Year of Employment

Required

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Within 180 Days of Employment

Preferred

• S.T.A.B.L.E

Within 1 Year of Employment

Required

• Fetal Heart Monitor Course

Within 1 Year of Employment

Required for Labor & Delivery Staff Only

• NIH Stroke Scale

Within 90 Days of Employment

Required

MENTAL DEMANDS

Ability to perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely,

Demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress. Ability to function independently as unit activity demands. Ability to maintain an open mind with patient childbirth preferences and accept change as recommended per national guidelines.