RN - Labor & Delivery

About This Role This Registered Nurse position in Labor & Delivery is responsible for providing comprehensive care for obstetrical patients. It is ideal for those who are dedicated to delivering quality patient care and utilizing the nursing process effectively. Highlights Location: Nantucket, MA Facility: Nantucket Cottage Hospital Schedule: Full‑Time, Rotating shifts Pay: $37.69 - $89.59/Hourly What You'll Do Collect and document all data pertinent to each patient’s needs within 24 hours of admission. Document and report significant findings of ongoing patient assessment. Formulate the patient plan of care based on acceptable standards of practice. Communicate the patient plan of care through shift reports and other established procedures. Plan individualized patient care using nursing theory in collaboration with patients and other healthcare providers. Initiate patient plan of care using assessment data upon admission based on age‑specific needs. Incorporate nursing diagnosis specific to the patient’s actual problems/needs into the plan of care. Implement the patient’s plan of care in collaboration with patients, family members, and significant others. Formulate discharge plans within 24 hours of admission and as part of the revision process. Evaluate nursing interventions to changing patient situations as demonstrated by patient outcomes. Requirements Education : Graduate of an accredited nursing school required. Experience : At least two (2) years of prior Labor and Delivery experience preferred. One (1) year of prior, related medical/surgical experience preferred. Licenses & Certifications : Current, valid Massachusetts Registered Nurse license required. BLS/CPR certification required within one week of hire. NRP certification required upon hire. ACLS preferred. Breastfeeding‑related certification required within one year of hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr