RN - Antepartum

Cynet Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 1,183,000 - 1,547,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for Antepartum on a 13-week assignment in Louisville, KY. This role focuses on direct patient care, coordination of admissions/discharges, and education for patients and families.

Candidates must have 2 years of labor and delivery experience, active RN license, BLS, and strong teamwork. Third shift, 12-hour shifts, 13 weeks, with opportunities to contribute to high-quality maternal care.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license.
• BLS certification.
• Minimum 2 years of labor and delivery experience.
• 13-week assignment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on antepartum unit.
• Coordinate admission, transfer and discharge activities.
• Educate patients and families as part of care planning.
• Participate in care coordination and treatment planning.
• Document assessments, interventions and outcomes per policy.

Skills

Communication with care team

RN license active/unrestricted

Job description

RN - Antepartum

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Antepartum Unit

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Third Shift

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: 2 years of labor and delivery experience required

License: Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license

Certifications: BLS required

Must-Have: Proven ability to communicate and collaborate with care team members

Description:The Registered Nurse implements professional nursing practice centered on the patient as a whole person.The focus is on creating a caring environment that promotes healing and wellness.Nursing practices are based on evidence and current research, as well as departmental policies and procedures.Clinical decision-making incorporates all phases of the nursing process, critical thinking, and creativity.Nursing excellence is promoted through relationships among nursing staff and across disciplines.Responsibilities include coordinating, ensuring, and providing direct patient care activities on the unit.This includes provision of nursing rounds, assessments, and treatments.The nurse facilitates admission, transfer, and discharge activities.Patient and family-centered education is also part of the role.The nurse is responsible for care coordination and individualized treatment planning as applicable.The role requires comprehensive assessment of patient needs in accordance with nursing scope of practice.Cultural, age, and developmental considerations are taken into account during assessments.Risk factors and presenting complaints are identified and documented.Objective and subjective data is collected from patients and, when necessary, their families.Initial admission assessments by other healthcare team members are verified.A problem list is developed, prioritizing patient needs based on input from the inter-professional team.Actions and interventions relevant to the patient's culture and age are designed and implemented.Desired outcomes are determined in coordination with patients and families according to the medical plan of care.The nurse fully implements patient care therapies and procedures within established policies and professional guidelines.Procedures, treatments, and processes are explained to patients and families as needed.Initiatives are taken to alleviate patient stress and discomfort.Changes in patient condition are recognized, responded to, and communicated appropriately.Ongoing assessment and responses to procedures and therapies are documented according to hospital policy.Tasks are delegated appropriately, and team members are overseen in patient care activities.Delegated patient care is monitored for accuracy and completeness in the implementation of the plan of care.Educational needs of patients are identified and addressed based on their level of comprehension.The discharge process is facilitated by executing discharge orders in a timely manner.Input into patient/nurse assignments is provided, considering staffing, unit activity, and patient acuity.Active participation in unit-based activities that support organizational values is expected.A positive group dynamic and healing environment are promoted through words and actions.Nursing excellence is assured in accordance with accepted standards and evidence-based practice.Participation in quality improvement activities and core measures is actively encouraged.Holistic perspective regarding patient care is maintained.