Registered Nurse - Obstetrics Acute

Prime Healthcare Services; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Bereavement leave, FMLA and other time

401K options

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Many other benefits

Job summary

Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, TX is seeking an Obstetrics Acute RN to join the Birthplace nursing team. This full-time night position involves 12-hour shifts and provides specialized care before, during, and after labor and delivery.

The role requires an active RN license in Texas, BLS/ACLS upon hire, and NRP within 30 days. BSN preferred; benefits include health/dental/vision, leave options, 401K, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must have current and valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State.
• BLS upon hire and maintain current.
• ACLS upon hire and maintain current.
• NRP within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the scope of practice in the Birthplace.
• Monitor maternal and fetal health and respond to changes.
• Assist with labor management and childbirth.
• Educate patients and families and coordinate with nursing staff.

Skills

RN license

OB care

Patient care

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NRP certification

Job description

Bonus Amount

10,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) - Obstetrics Acute

Location: Knapp Medical Center - Weslaco, TX

Full-Time | Nights | 12 - Hour Shifts

Our Obstetric RN will be in obstetrics acute unit and provide specialized care to pregnant patients before, during, and after labor and delivery. The Obstetric Registered Nurse monitors maternal and fetal health, assist with labor management, administer medications, and support patients through childbirth.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options

• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

• Employer 401K options

• Tuition reimbursement options

• Life, disability, and other insurance options

• Many other amazing benefits

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Knapp Medical Center, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

KnappMedical Center isan award-winning,not-for-profit hospital in Weslaco, Texas.With 227 beds, the community hospital specializes in emergency care, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, wound care, surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, critical care, and interventional radiology.Knapp serves as the only acute care hospital in the Mid-Valley area, as well as Weslaco's only Level III Trauma Center, Advanced Primary Stroke Center, and Level II Newborn Nursery.Knapp has been providing quality and compassionate healthcare to Mid-Valley residents for 60 years. More than 300 physicians serve on the hospital's medical staff. Knapp also serves as one of the largest employers in the Mid-Valley, employing more than 450 people. For more information, please call956-968-8567or visitwww.KnappMed.org

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the Birthplace. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment. Provides for a safe environment for patients and visitors. Utilizes the chain of command when necessary to ensure patient well-being and appropriateness of care to newborns and mothers during the antepartum and postpartum periods.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Must have current and valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State.
• BLS upon hire and maintain current.
• ACLS upon hire and maintain current.
• NRP within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf