Labor And Delivery Nurse Manage

Registered NurseThe role of the Registered Nurse includes leadership, direction and feedback to care team members, assessment, collaboration and coordination regarding plan of care, patient and family education, pain management, patient safety, and planning for patient discharge. This position will assist the mother through labor and delivery of her newborn. The RN will also assist the patient to move safely and effectively through their hospital stay.Demonstrates excellent customer service performance in that his/her attitude and actions are at all times consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission and Values of Covenant HealthCare and the commitment to Extraordinary Care for Every Generation.ResponsibilitiesSupports the organizations patient flow efforts through compliance to unit and Patient Services policies.Remains flexible in cooperation with 24-hour staffing patterns and scheduling needs for provision of care in all inpatient units.Has clinical and social contact with patients, including all age groups, and is able to appropriately assess, care for and treat them according to the guidelines as defined by Covenant HealthCare.Performs assessment and synthesizes data collected by self and others in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on the patient's physiologic, psychologic, and cognitive status.Formulates and coordinates a goal directed plan of care which is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnoses and identified patient care concerns.Delegates, supervises and implements care in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent and continuous manner by utilization of and adherence to standards which define the process.Collaborates effectively with all health care disciplines to facilitate patient outcomes, assess readiness for discharge and anticipate discharge needs.Exhibits nursing judgement and critical thinking abilities within the framework of the nursing process.Administers medications as outlined by Patient Service guidelines and policies.Assists in the OR as circulator and scrub nurse for c-section deliveries.Documents all patient care observations and interventions in the electronic record accurately, clearly, in a timely manner following all established policies.Actively participates in quality management.Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and unit function. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality, and actively supports risk management activities.Participates in patient care and unit activities to achieve compliance with all regulatory, patient safety, infection control, and safety requirements.Participates in unit meetings and activities which support unit function and the overall goals of the organization.QualificationsGraduation from NLN accredited school of nursing. Registered Nurse with current licensure in the State of Michigan. Attends unit conferences, in-service programs and continuing education activities to meet the organization's expectations. Minimum of one year of acute care nursing experience preferred. Computer competency, including Microsoft Office and Outlook. Clinical nursing skills. Sound judgement in handling confidential or sensitive issues and material. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Frequent sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, twisting, reaching, handling, feeling, talking, hearing, near vision, midrange vision, far vision, depth perception, visual accommodation, color vision and field of vision. Why Work at Covenant HealthCareAt Covenant HealthCare, we are united by a shared mission of providing Extraordinary Care for Every Generation. We foster a culture built on teamwork, excellence, accountability, respect, customer service, and enthusiasm, where every employee plays an important role in delivering patient-centered care and making a difference in our community.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageRetirement plans with employer matchPaid time off to support work-life balanceEmployee wellness programs and mental health supportTuition reimbursement, university discounts, and professional development opportunitiesHow to ApplySubmit your resume and any required documents with your application. Applicants will receive confirmation that their application has been received. Candidate updates will be provided via email, text message, or phone call.