Registered Nurse - Mother Baby

Compunnel, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Mother Baby unit. This role will focus on delivering high-quality care to mothers and newborns during the post-partum period. You will monitor health, provide education, and collaborate with a team to ensure safe practices. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or associate's degree in nursing, along with relevant RN experience and certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of acute care RN experience.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• STABLE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to mothers and newborns, ensuring safe and compassionate care.
• Monitor maternal and infant health, including vital signs, lactation support, and post-partum recovery.
• Accurately document patient care and outcomes in the EPIC charting system.

Skills

IV insertion

PCA pump management

Wound vac management

Education

Diploma or Associate’s degree in Nursing

Job description

The Registered Nurse - Mother Baby provides high-quality care to mothers and newborns in a dynamic and supportive environment. This role includes managing patient care during the post-partum period, supporting lactation, and monitoring the health and well-being of both mother and baby.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care Delivery:
• Provide nursing care to mothers and newborns, ensuring safe, effective, and compassionate care.
• Monitor and assess maternal and infant health, including vital signs, lactation support, and post-partum recovery.
• Assist with IV insertion, blood draws, and PCA pumps for pain management.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare teams, including physicians, lactation consultants, and pediatric staff.
• Provide patient education on newborn care, breastfeeding, and post-partum recovery.
• Safety & Efficiency:
• Ensure a safe and supportive environment for mothers and babies while adhering to hospital policies and guidelines.
• Perform wound care, including managing wound vacs as necessary, and assist in the healing process.
• Documentation:
• Accurately document patient care and outcomes in the EPIC charting system.

Required Qualifications:

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of acute care RN experience.

Certifications:

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• STABLE

Education:

• Diploma or Associate’s degree in Nursing.

Skills:

• IV insertion
• PCA pump management
• Wound vac management

Preferred Qualifications:

Work Experience:

• Experience in Mother-Baby or Postpartum care is a plus, but not required.

Certifications:

• Additional certifications related to maternity or neonatal care (e.g., Certified Lactation Consultant) are desirable.
• Certification in Maternal-Newborn Nursing (e.g., RNC-MNN) is a plus.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Diploma or Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience.
• Experience in a Mother-Baby or postpartum care setting.