Birth Assistant RN, Per Diem, Voorhees

Virtua Health; Voorhees Township (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 69.000 - 83.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical/prescription insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Sick leave

Zusammenfassung

Virtua Health is seeking a Birth Assistant to support the Birth Center team during labor, birth and postpartum periods. You will care for the client, newborn and family, and participate in lactation support, home visits, and patient education programs.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years in labor & delivery, a NJ RN license, NRP and BLS; ACLS is preferred. The position is part-time with day shifts and on-site work at Voorhees, NJ.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in labor & delivery.
• Experience in postpartum, newborn and lactation services preferred.
• RN licensure in NJ, BLS required; ACLS preferred.

Aufgaben

• Performs assessment of patient, develops and evaluates a plan of care.
• Administers, monitors and documents therapeutic interventions.
• Educates patient and family about labor, birthing and postpartum processes.

Kenntnisse

Labor & delivery experience

Patient care

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Jobbeschreibung

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that’s wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life‑changing care, or something in‑between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet‑recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we’re committed to the well‑being of the community. That means bringing life‑changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We’re also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location & Work Details

Location: Voorhees – 165 Route 73

Remote Type: On‑Site

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification: Per Diem

Time Type: Part time

Work Shift: Day Shift – 12Hr (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours: 0

Additional Locations:

Job Information

Schedule: Cover 12‑hour call shifts 7:00am–7:00pm and 7:00pm to 7:00am – 3 shifts in six weeks; two on weekends. Minimum 2years’ experience in labor & delivery. Flat rate – $50.25

Job Summary

The Birth Assistant will be an integral member of the Birth Center team, providing care for the client (patient), newborn and family, during labor, birth and post‑partum period. The Birth Assistant may also participate in the provision of extended post‑partum care, lactation assistance, home visits, patient education programs, community outreach, and Birth Center operations, in collaboration with the Administrative Director.

Position Responsibilities

• Performs an assessment of the patient, leading to development, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care.
• Administers, monitors and documents therapeutic interventions and regimes.
• Effectively manages rapidly changing situations.
• Participates in clinical decision‑making.
• Educates patient and family/responsible party regarding labor, birthing, and postpartum process, individual care needs, wellness, safety issues, etc.
• Delegates and monitors care rendered by other members of healthcare team.
• Demonstrates standard precautions and patient safety principles in practice.
• Participates in orientation, education and development of healthcare team.
• Identifies and participates in the performance improvement activities.
• Maintains professional and departmental level competencies.
• Provides direct patient care for antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn.
• Participates in Birth Center orientation & patient education activities.
• Completes data collection and registry input.
• Maintains Birth Center supply levels, performs equipment checks.
• Provides ongoing care coordination including patient call‑backs & appointment scheduling.
• Completes terminal cleaning and restocking of birth suites which must be done before birth assistant leaves the Birth Center.
• Reports to Lead Birth Assistant, items noted to be in short supply and/or facility issues noted while cleaning.
• Attends Patient Transfer review meetings.
• Attends in‑service & education programs, including drills.
• Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement activities.
• Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings, programs and emergency drills.
• Performs other responsibilities as directed by the Administrative/Clinical Director.

Position Qualifications Required

• Required Experience: Minimum 2years’ experience in labor & delivery. Additional experience in post‑partum, newborn and lactation services preferred.
• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Nursing. Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Training / Certification / Licensure: NJ RN licensure, NRP, BLS required ACLS preferred.
• Hourly Rate: $50.25

Benefits

• Medical/prescription insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
• Short‑term disability and optional long‑term disability
• Colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

Mission Statement

Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well. That’s our mission. We’re dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world‑class quality healthcare. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.