BHMC - RN - Labor & Delivery

Job Summary

• Utilize the nursing process in the provision of direct patient care.
• Responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating, and coordinating all care provided to assigned patients.
• Delivery of care is based on the standards of care and practices established by the Department of Nursing and other policies and procedures (hospital, nursing, multidisciplinary).
• Diagnose and treat human responses to actual and potential health problems through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of care supportive or to restorative of life and well-being.
• Supervise patient care provided by licensed practical nurses (LPNs), registered nurses on permit (RNP), nursing attendants, technicians, and supplemental staff.

• Two (2) years of experience.
• Competent in medication titration.

• One (1) year PICU/NICU care experience.

• BSN.

• NRP.
• ACLS.
• BLS.

• Board Certification.

• Participates in the orientation of nursing staff.
• Assumes charge responsibilities as delegated by the Nurse/Manager designee.
• Ensures appropriate coverage of all patients by assisting and relieving co-workers, and working on other units as assigned.
• Maintains a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, significant others, and staff.
• Serves as a clinical resource for student nurses.
• Participates in meetings, committees, conferences, and educational programs.
• Participates in research and pilot projects supported by the Nursing Department.
• Demonstrates responsibility for continuing professional growth and education, including attendance at staff development and continuing education programs, pursuance of baccalaureate/graduate degrees in nursing, and appropriate professional certifications.
• Participates in appropriate professional and community organizations.