Labor and Delivery/Postpartum RN
Ithaca, NY
Modern Healthcare Solutions
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Description

The Registered Nurse in Maternal Child Health is responsible for providing direct patient care to a designated group of patients within the department. This position collaborates with unit leadership to adhere to nursing standards and the scope of practice in the field of Maternal Child Health, including guidelines from relevant governing bodies such as AWHONN, ACOG, NNA, and AORN.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and families, recognizing normal and abnormal physical, emotional, developmental, and behavioral parameters based on clinical experience.
• Utilize a person-centered care approach to develop care plans and prioritize nursing care in alignment with patient and family needs.
• Plan for the care of patients, showing ability to effectively prioritize both expected and unexpected needs, engaging patients and families in establishing care goals.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills to manage planned and unplanned circumstances proactively.
• Exhibit competence in the technical skills required for patient care and act as a resource to peers.
• Facilitate connections between patients, families, and other health team members as needed for comprehensive care.

Qualifications

• Experience in Labor and Delivery is required; postpartum experience is preferred.
• Current certifications in BLS, NRP, and AWHONN/Fetal Heart Monitoring are necessary.
• A valid state nursing license verified through Nursys is required.

Additional Information

Floating to other hospital departments outside of Maternal Child Health, including Labor and Delivery, PACU, and NICU, may be required on a rotational basis. Scheduling needs will dictate duty timings, and while block scheduling may be considered upon request, it is not guaranteed.

Unit Description

The department features modern facilities including six Labor and Delivery rooms, two triage rooms, eleven postpartum rooms, and a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, all designed for family-centered care. Staff members are cross-trained in multiple areas, enhancing the collaborative delivery of maternal and infant health services.