RN/Registered Nurse Weekend - NIGHT SHIFT - Emergency Nursing

Registered Nurse - Mother-Baby / Couplet Care / Post Partum

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in Mother-Baby and Couplet Care to join our dynamic postpartum team. This position focuses on providing high-quality care to postpartum patients and their newborns, with a commitment to family-centered care.

Provide comprehensive postpartum care to patients following vaginal and cesarean deliveries.

Perform bladder assessments, Foley catheter insertions, and episiotomy/incision care.

Educate new mothers on breastfeeding and infant care, including the use of electric/manual breast pumps.

Monitor and assess postpartum patients for complications, such as hemorrhage and pregnancy-induced hypertension.

Conduct newborn assessments and manage care for infants requiring phototherapy, metabolic screenings, and newborn hypoglycemia interventions.

Participate in interdisciplinary support efforts, collaborating with IV Teams, Physical Therapy, Social Services, and Pharmacy.

Respond to emergencies and interpret cardiac dysrhythmias as needed.

Minimum of 2 years of postpartum nursing experience.

Proficient in IV therapy, including starting and maintaining IVs and administering blood products.

Labor and delivery experience is highly desirable.

Experience with electronic health record systems, particularly EPIC.

Telemetry interpretation skills are required; This position will primarily be on a 40-bed inpatient postpartum unit, focusing on family-centered care for mothers and infants. The nurse will be responsible for a patient ratio of 1:3-4 dyads, ensuring quality care for each patient.

This role involves working night shifts of three 12-hour shifts per week. Weekend coverage is required on an every-other-weekend basis.

This position may require floating to other units within the organization as needed based on patient care demands.

If you are passionate about maternal and infant health and are looking to advance your nursing career in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Pulse Healthcare