Maternity Support Services (MSS) Nurse

Moses Lake Community Health Center; Quincy (WA); On-site; USD 58,024 - 87,022; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program with employer contribution

Dental

Medical/Vision

Flexible Spending/Health Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

8.5 Paid holidays per year

Paid time off (PTO) per MLCHC policy

Job summary

A community health center in Quincy, United States is seeking a qualified Maternity Support Services Nurse. This role involves managing prenatal case management, providing direct care and education to OB patients, and coordinating multi-disciplinary care. Candidates must have a current Registered Nursing license in Washington and an Associate degree in Nursing. Preferred qualifications include lactation counselor certification and potential language skills in Spanish or Russian. The position offers a competitive hourly pay, benefits, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and training in Nursing typically acquired through a formal Associates degree.
• Current Registered Nursing licensure within the State of Washington is required.
• Certified Lactation Counselor preferred; experience in lactation may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Oversees integration and coordination of care for OB Clinic patients.
• Performs direct care for OB patients and serves as a nursing resource.
• Ensures that patients have necessary information for their unique pregnancy needs.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Patient care

Coordination skills

Spanish language

Russian language

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Job description

The Maternity Support Services (MSS) Nurse has the responsibility for OB patient case management, as an integral part of the multi‑disciplinary OB care team. Their role includes integration of the care provided by medical and OB specialized social services, ensuring our OB patients have the necessary care, resources, options and coordination for a healthy pregnancy and birth outcome. They provide direct patient care and education through in‑person and phone appointments, follow up on pregnancy and delivery related services and procedures, and serve as a nursing resource to the OB team.

Pay: $42.12 - $63.17 Per Hour

Responsibilities

• Oversees the integration and ongoing coordination of the individual care plan for OB Clinic patients, ensuring that the patient's medical and social support needs are addressed by our OB team.
• Performs direct care for OB patients within scope of practice, and serves as a nursing resource for both patients and staff.
• Coordinates to ensure that patients have the information they need for their unique pregnancy, medical and social service needs.
• Ensures that the patient's care is fully documented and up to date to reflect care, services and treatments provided.
• Properly follows quality, safety, and infection control procedures and improvement efforts.
• Provides excellent service and support to patients and colleagues and acts as a leader within the team.

Requirements

• Job duties require knowledge and training in the field of Nursing typically acquired through a formal Associates degree or trade school program in Nursing.
• Must currently have a Registered Nursing licensure within the State of Washington.
• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) preferred; previous experience in lactation support may be considered in lieu of certification.
• Ability to read and speak Spanish and/or Russian preferred but not required.
• Travel between work sites required. Must have reliable transportation and provide documentation of auto insurance and valid driver's license as required.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement program with employer contribution
• Dental
• Medical/Vision
• Flexible Spending/Health Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 8.5 Paid holidays per year
• Accrual based (PTO) paid time off per MLCHC policy