Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery *Nights*

Staff Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery *Nights* (Goldsboro, NC) *DIRECT HIRE* Labor & Delivery---6-bed department with one C-section OR. Duties: Manage laboring patients, circulate and assist in C-sections, and recover both labor and surgical patients.

Unit averages 100 deliveries monthly, working with both OBGYNs and midwives. Description: Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

The facility is a 316-bed community, not-for-profit hospital in eastern North Carolina.

Job Summary

As a Registered Nurse, you will be a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process, provides leadership in applying scientific principles and professional skills aimed at caring for the ill, preventing disease, and maintaining optimum health.

The RN assists the provider in carrying out a therapeutic regimen for each patient and directs other licensed and non-licensed nursing teammates in providing nursing care to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of individual patients.

The RN implements the nursing process to provide professional, holistic patient care. Provides all nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.

Requested Shift(s): Nights: Full Time, 36 Hours per week, 3x12 hour shifts Responsibilities: Uses the nursing process to plan, provide, supervise, and document professional nursing care delivered to patients in accordance with provider orders, hospital and nursing standards, established policies and procedures, and regulations.

Individualizes the plan of care using professional nursing judgment based on the patient's baseline needs and response to care. Evaluates patient progress and updates care plan accordingly. Maintains accountability for carrying out components of the plan of care.

Demonstrates competence in care of patients with complex problems, including population-appropriate physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety aspects of care. Performs bedside point-of-care testing as required for the patient care plan. Organizes and prioritizes care according to patient/family needs.

Consults with appropriate resources in a timely fashion regarding patients with complex care issues, unusual teaching needs, and/or those at high risk for discharge planning. Collaborates and communicates effectively with providers, interdisciplinary teammates, patients, and their families.

Follows the systems that support the nursing process and delivers safe and effective patient care. Understands and complies with regulatory guidelines. Monitors the activities of other licensed or unlicensed teammates and delegates appropriately.

Provides direction, training, and guidance in the proper use, care, and control of material resources. Assists teammates in the delivery of nursing care and provides direct patient care as indicated. May act as team leader or charge nurse as assigned.

Completes continuing education, professional development, and in-service programs to meet regulatory and job requirements. Keeps current on trends and developments in the area of practice. Guides the professional growth of others within the department through precepting, role modeling, coaching, and/or mentoring.

Responds appropriately in emergencies. Keeps leadership informed of any problems or concerns. Participates in performance improvement activities, departmental committees, and other operational projects as assigned. Promotes a safe, clean environment.

Presents and promotes a professional demeanor at all times, establishes high standards of customer service, supports responsibility, pride, and teamwork, remains calm under pressure, and offers reasonable solutions for problems.

Demonstrates appropriate interaction with and provides recommended care and services to all patients. Ensures the delivery of age-appropriate, culturally sensitive, and ethical care for patients. Applies knowledge of principles of standard precautions. Routinely uses PPE to avoid risk of exposure to self and others.

Takes appropriate care of material resources and equipment. Education Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. Licensure/Certification Requirements: Current unrestricted RN license in North Carolina or a Compact State. BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP/CPI-A Certification required.

Professional Experience Requirements: RN with one year of Labor & Delivery experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practice, and procedures. Ability to apply the nursing process appropriately. Ability to assess the nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients.

Ability to perform independently within the scope of practice, and to work collaboratively. Good interpersonal and customer service skills. Good organizational, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Proficient with EMR/ Epic and able to learn new software rapidly. Pay Details: $33. 00/hour - $54. 00/hour *Base rate is calculated by years of experience and internal equity Shift Differentials: Evenings (3 pm - 11 pm) + $3. 30/hour Nights (11 pm - 7 am) + 6. 00/hour Weekends (7 am Saturday - 7 am Monday) + $10.

00/hour Holidays (7 am day of until 7 am day after) + 50% of base rate Call $3. 00/hour Commitment Incentive: *****Up to $35,000***** for a 4-year commitment. Relocation Incentive available as well.

Why You’ll Love Working Here: As the employer of choice in our community, the facility provides benefits and support to you and your family to make your life easier. They include:

• Advanced technology for better patient care

• Community hospital setting serving friends, family, and neighbors

• Comprehensive benefits

• Competitive pay

• Friendly team in a helpful work environment

• Professional growth and development opportunities

• Wellness programs

• Work/family balance Explore Your Benefits:

• Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life, and pharmacy coverage.

• Retirement Savings: Employer contributions increase with your years of service.

• Educational Support: Scholarships and financial assistance to help you grow in your healthcare career.

• Paid Time Off: Generous paid and unpaid leave to recharge and focus on your family.

• Additional Perks: Employee assistance programs, discounts, and more. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.