Labor & Delivery RN — Patient-Centered Care & Impact

CHS Career Site; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) position in Valparaiso, Indiana, provides patient-centered, evidence-based care through the nursing process. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other professionals to coordinate assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.

The role emphasizes safety, infection control, patient education, and adherence to clinical protocols, with opportunities for performance improvement and professional development.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting.
• Knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of competency.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Documentation

Infection control

Education

RN license

BCLS

ACLS preferred

PALS preferred

NRP preferred

Job description

The Registered Nurse (RN) position in Valparaiso, Indiana, provides patient-centered, evidence-based care through the nursing process. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other professionals to coordinate assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.

The role emphasizes safety, infection control, patient education, and adherence to clinical protocols, with opportunities for performance improvement and professional development.