Night Shift Nursery RN (Part-Time) — $20k Student Loan Help

Medical Center Enterprise; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan contribution up to $20k

Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k match

Job summary

Medical Center Enterprise seeks a Nursery Registered Nurse (RN) for the Nursery unit. This part-time night position supports patient-centered care using the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal outcomes for mothers and newborns.

The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, administer medications, monitor patients, respond to emergencies, and educate patients and families. Compliance with infection control and safety standards is required.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN: Educates patients about pregnancy, provides prenatal screenings, and prepares patients for labor and delivery.
• Assesses and monitors the new mother's physical recovery, including vital signs, postpartum hemorrhage, and potential complications like postpartum depression.
• Assists with epidurals and other pain management techniques during labor.
• Administers pain medication, induces labor, and manages other medication needs during labor and delivery.
• Assists during labor and delivery, monitors fetal well-being, administers medications, and provides pain relief. Monitors mothers and newborns after delivery, assessing their well-being, and providing education on postpartum care and breastfeeding.
• Assesses and monitors newborn health, taking vital signs, performing routine assessments, and educating parents on newborn care.
• Assists with gynecological exams and procedures, and provides education on reproductive health, contraception, and prenatal care.
• Educates patients about family planning, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
• Interprets fetal heart rate patterns and assesses fetal well-being using electronic fetal monitoring.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Infection control

CPR

Tools

IV pumps

Monitors

Ventilators

Job description

Medical Center Enterprise seeks a Nursery Registered Nurse (RN) for the Nursery unit. This part-time night position supports patient-centered care using the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal outcomes for mothers and newborns.

The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, administer medications, monitor patients, respond to emergencies, and educate patients and families. Compliance with infection control and safety standards is required.