A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
Join the Woodlawn Team as an OB Nurse on Day Shift! Woodlawn Health is seeking a compassionate , patient-focused RN to join our Day Shift OB Team. Where every shift brings the opportunity to support new beginnings , celebrate milestone s, and provide comfort when it's needed most. If you're ready to be a part of a team that's passionate about delivering outstanding care, apply online or email resume to lhensley@woodlawnhealth.org!
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Current licensed in the state of Indiana as an RN - Registered Nurse. You need prior OB experience to qualify for OB PRN positions. Furthermore, experience in fetal monitoring and in caring for the obstetrical and newborn patient is required. Specifically for a position as a Post-Partum and Nursery nurse, experience in caring for the obstetrical and newborn patient is desired. Must possess Basic Life Support certification or obtain prior to providing direct patient care. Maintains BLS certification per hospital policy. Additionally, sugar and safe care, Temperature, Airway, Blood pressure, Lab work, Emotional support (S.T.A.B.L.E.) certification is required by the State of Indiana. You must obtain your Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications within one year of hire. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality as defined by hospital policy. Ability to adapt to variations in scheduling (including but not limited to overtime, work schedule changes or low census). Basic computer and keyboard skills and demonstrate the ability to learn new skills in this area.
PRIMARY DUTIES
Assess assigned patients for overall conditions and needs, coordinates and gives care appropriately. Including treatments, all medications, initiates and maintains IV therapy, blood/blood product administration, etc. Initiates and modifies care plans and goals, as well as initiates discharge planning. Prescribes appropriate nursing actions in order to meet the goals and the physical, psychological, social, and rehabilitative needs of the patient. Assist physicians as needed, transcribe and then implement physician's orders appropriately and accurately. Report to the physician or appropriate person any pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients and record these accurately in the medical record. Coordinate patient care with other team members and assigns duties in accordance with patient's needs and the personnel's capabilities and qualifications. Directs, supervises, and evaluates nursing care provided to patient by other nursing team members. Performs assessments, interprets data, and delivers all nursing care with an age-appropriate focus. Facilitates an efficient and accurate admission and disposition process. Such as assisting with initial interview collection (includes items such as patient history, VS, height, weight, allergies, screening information), transfer of patients both within the hospital and to other facilities, and discharges. Communicates professionally, consistently, and effectively with all team members to ensure coordination and prioritization of patient care duties and responsibilities. Willingness to learn and work in a self-directed, flexible, agile team approach.
Shift:
Day Shift / Full-Time / Rotating Weekends / Rotating Holidays Our Mission is to provide excellent healthcare services by highly skilled staff in a compassionate and caring manner. We know that our employees are essential to the care we provide! Our core values are as follows: Courtesy, Respect, Caring, Professionalism, Confidentiality, Integrity, and Accountability.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
