Perinatal Nurse

Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Tyler
Posted on: September 27, 2024

Job Description:

Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Perinatal Nurse to join our team at CHRISTUS Health. As a Perinatal Nurse, you will provide high-quality patient care in the Labor and Delivery Department, utilizing your expertise in nursing practices and protocols to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.Key Responsibilities

• Provide routine and complex care to patients in the Labor and Delivery Department, demonstrating an awareness of all relevant aspects of the situation.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care, utilizing evidence-based practice and critical thinking skills to assess patient needs and develop effective solutions.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure seamless communication and coordination of care, promoting a safe and efficient patient flow.
• Administer medications and treatments, monitoring for side effects and effectiveness, and documenting patient history, symptoms, and care provided.
• Assess learning needs and provide education to patients, family members, and caregivers, identifying issues and resources to support patient empowerment.Requirements
  • 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred.
  • Perinatal RN Residency or recently practicing in a Perinatal Setting is preferred.
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred.
  • BLS required.
  • RN License in state of employment or compact.
  • Current certification from NCC Electronic Fetal Monitoring (C-EFM) or one of the following AWHONN courses: Intermediate FHM, Intermediate FHM Instructor, Advanced FHM Instructor, or Instructor Trainer at time of hire or prior to the end of orientation for experienced nurses; within 90 days of hire for new graduates and experienced nurses new to the specialty then required to maintain course certification thereafter.
  • Current ACLS certification within 30 days of hire for experienced nurses; within 90 days of hire for new graduates then required to maintain certification thereafter.
  • Current NRP certification at time of hire for experienced nurses; within 60 days for new graduates and experienced nurses new to the specialty then required to maintain certification thereafter.Work Schedule and Type7PM - 7AM, Part Time

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