Registered Nurse - Maternity

6w1 month ago

Southern Ohio Medical Center

Portsmouth, US · Full-time · $55,000 – $75,000

About this role

This role works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager in the Maternity Services department at Southern Ohio Medical Center. The primary job function is to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and supervise individual patient care on the maternity nursing unit according to unit policies and procedures.

Day-to-day responsibilities include completing nursing assessments, developing and updating the plan of care, and communicating with physicians and other health team members. The RN also initiates and participates in discharge planning, implements and coordinates patient care, and facilitates patient and family teaching as appropriate.

The maternity team supports each strategic value by providing excellent care to those we serve. The role involves hourly rounding, bedside shift report, answering call lights, and performing total patient care, as well as infant security prevention strategies with each baby.

This full-time night shift position offers 36 hours per week and the opportunity to grow within a supportive hospital environment. Southern Ohio Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
Licensed to practice as an RN in Ohio required.
BLS within 90 days of hire required.
NRP within 90 days of hire required.
No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

Complete nursing assessment of patients and document appropriately on patient record.
Develop, evaluate, and update the plan of care based upon the assessment of the patient.
Communicate and collaborate with physicians and other health team members in developing a plan of care.
Initiate, manage, and participate in discharge planning process.
Implement, delegate, and coordinate patient care.
Facilitate patient/family teaching as appropriate.
Participate in hourly rounding and bedside shift report.
Perform infant security prevention strategies with each baby.