Night Shift Labor & Delivery Nurse

Community Health Systems; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinate with physicians and the care team, and adhere to clinical protocols for optimal outcomes and compassionate support for patients and families.

The RN will perform thorough assessments, administer medications, assist with procedures, and educate patients and families on care plans. Involvement in obstetrics-related duties and quality/safety initiatives is expected.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
• RN licensure and Basic Life Support (BCLS) required; ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care per nursing process and policies.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and document findings; report changes to care team.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for side effects.
• Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and evaluate care plans.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in CPR and code team activities.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care.
• Maintain infection control protocols and document care in medical records.
• Monitor medical equipment and ensure patient safety; participate in audits and quality initiatives.
• Educate and support obstetrics-related patients through labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessments

Medication administration

Effective communication

Infection control

Quality improvement

Education

RN license

Tools

IV pumps

Monitors

Ventilators

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinate with physicians and the care team, and adhere to clinical protocols for optimal outcomes and compassionate support for patients and families.

The RN will perform thorough assessments, administer medications, assist with procedures, and educate patients and families on care plans. Involvement in obstetrics-related duties and quality/safety initiatives is expected.