Labor and Delivery RN
Hermiston, OR
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Shift Information

Night Shift: 7:00 pm - 7:30 am

Definition of Position

The Registered Nurse provides direct and indirect patient care in the Family Birth Center setting. This role involves communication with physicians, nurse managers, and co-workers regarding changes in patients' clinical conditions, including diagnostic study results and symptomatology. The nurse responds quickly and accurately to changes in patient conditions or responses to treatment and is responsible for initiating the computerized Plan of Care upon admission. Additionally, the nurse is expected to perform general nursing duties across departments with adequate supervision.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform various duties often shifting from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Accept responsibility for the direction, control, and planning of activities.
• Make evaluations and decisions based on measurable and verifiable criteria.
• Work independently while recognizing patient confidentiality rights and responsibilities.
• Convey empathy and compassion to patients experiencing pain, grief, or trauma.
• Foster teamwork and cooperation through effective communication with others.
• Engage in therapeutic communication with individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Incorporate guest relations in daily activities.
• Provide age-specific, cultural, physical, and psychosocial care.
• Support the hospital's mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in required education for DNV programs as applicable to the position.
• Be prepared to float to other departments where qualified before core staff are floated.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Preferred: Evidence of continuing education appropriate for skill level and area of practice; BSN.

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations

• Required: Current RN license in the State of Oregon; ACLS and NRP within 6 months of hire; EFM training upon completion of Labor and Delivery training.
• Preferred: Certifications specific to clinical specialty and CRASE training if the travel assignment exceeds 6 months.

Experience

• Required: No previous experience is mandated; however, previous clinical experience is desirable.
• Preferred: Not applicable.

Physical Requirements

The role requires essential physical and sensory functions necessary for successful performance, in line with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This includes:

• Sufficient auditory ability to respond to patient alarms and verbal communication.
• Clear communication skills essential for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Visual acuity for observing patient conditions, documentation, and clinical indicators.
• Tactile perception necessary for patient care activities.
• Motor coordination for tasks involving medical equipment and patient care.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally transfer heavier individuals, utilizing appropriate techniques and assistance as needed.

Working Conditions

This position is performed primarily indoors in a healthcare environment. The role may involve exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous materials, necessitating adherence to safety protocols and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). The healthcare environment is fast-paced and requires adaptability to rapidly changing situations and multiple demands.

Holiday Coverage

Holiday coverage is required for this position.