Registered Nurse - OB/L&D

South Peninsula Hospital; Homer (AK); Presencial; USD 95 000 - 105 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health Insurance

HRA up to $2000

Generous PTO

Loan forgiveness

Tuition reimbursement

Resumo da oferta

South Peninsula Hospital’s Family Birthing Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care in private suites. The role includes potential work in MedSurg/Acute Care, patient education on breastfeeding, and leadership responsibilities as charge nurse as needed.

Qualifications include Alaska RN license, BLS/ACLS/NRP; PALS within 6 months. Prior OB/mother-baby experience preferred; EHR proficiency and strong communication are essential.

Qualificações

• Active RN license in Alaska
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP; PALS within 6 months for OB/ICU roles
• Experience in labor & delivery or mother-baby unit preferred
• Knowledge of evidence-based infant feeding practices and baby-friendly initiatives

Responsabilidades

• Provide nursing care during labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care in private suites
• Float to MedSurg/Acute Care as needed
• Educate patients and families on childbirth, newborn feeding, and skin-to-skin practices
• Monitor maternal and fetal well-being throughout perinatal period
• Collaborate with physicians, midwives, and staff to ensure safe, compassionate care
• Develop and revise patient care plans; perform admission and skin assessments
• Administer meds and IVs; perform wound care, catheterization, and postop support
• Supervise CNAs and other staff; serve as charge nurse when assigned
• Support safety, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives

Conhecimentos

RN license Alaska

BLS ACLS NRP

PALS within 6 months

OB/Delivery experience

Infant feeding knowledge

EHR familiarity

Charge nurse leadership

Ferramentas

EHR systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

• Base Pay $47.53 / Hour
• Job Category Nursing
• Employee Type Active - Full-Time

Description

J oin a high-performing birthing team that supports mothers, babies, and families with exceptional care in a nurturing, family-centered environment. South Peninsula Hospital’s Family Birthing Center ranks well above the national average in infant feeding care and breastfeeding support, reflecting its commitment to best practices and outstanding outcomes.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients.
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a $2000 HRA and generous PTO.
• Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs are available.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide individualized nursing care during labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care in a private suite setting.
• This position will also be trained to work in the MedSurg/Acute Care setting.
• Support and educate patients and families through the childbirth experience, including newborn feeding practices.
• Promote skin-to-skin contact, rooming-in, and breastfeeding support per established best practices.
• Monitor and assess maternal and fetal well-being throughout the perinatal period.
• Collaborate with physicians, midwives, and support staff to ensure safe, respectful, and compassionate care.
• Deliver comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process and evidence-based practices.
• Develop and revise patient care plans based on ongoing assessment and patient/family input.
• Perform admission assessments, skin assessments, and regular documentation of patient conditions.
• Administer medications, IVs, and perform specialized procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and post-operative support.
• Respond appropriately to patient status changes and coordinate care with physicians and support staff.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to Certified Nurse Assistants and other support staff.
• Function as charge nurse as assigned and support the orientation of new staff and student nurses.
• Support safety initiatives, infection control protocols, and hospital quality improvement activities.
• This position floats to the Acute Care department as needed

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• An active Registered Nurse license with the State of Alaska is required.
• Current BLS and ACLS, and NRP certifications.
• PALS required within 6 months (specialty certifications required for OB/ICU roles).
• Prior labor & delivery or mother-baby unit experience preferred.
• Knowledge of evidence-based infant feeding practices and baby-friendly hospital initiatives.
• Ability to educate patients in newborn care and breastfeeding assistance.
  
• Strong communication, documentation, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage rapidly changing patient conditions and emergency situations effectively.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and charting systems.
• Leadership capabilities to function as a charge nurse or mentor when needed.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform moderate physical activity including walking, standing, and sitting.

ENVIRONMENT

The Family Birthing Center at South Peninsula Hospital offers a serene and personalized birth experience in private Labor-Delivery-Recovery suites equipped with whirlpool tubs and sleeper sofas for family support. Nurses work in a collaborative setting where infants are encouraged to remain with the mother 24/7, and families receive extensive education and care. Staff may encounter job hazards such as exposure to infectious diseases, physical strain during labor support, and needlestick injuries, but comprehensive protocols and safety measures are in place.

Additional Information

• FTE 0.9
• Position type Union
• Shift Type Nights
• EEO Notice We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any prohibited characteristics.