RN- Labor and Delivery- Night Shift

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 49,593 - 76,870; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Savings Account Options

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Job summary

NorthShore University HealthSystem seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Labor and Delivery unit, working night shifts. This full-time position is centered in Evanston, IL, with an emphasis on compassionate nursing care and collaboration within a clinical team to ensure positive patient outcomes.

Qualified applicants must hold active nursing licensure in Illinois and possess a graduate nursing degree. Opportunities for professional growth and various benefits, including premium pay and tuition reimbursement, are offered.

Qualifications

• Current professional Nursing Licensure in the State of IL required.
• 2 years Labor and Delivery or acute care nursing experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop plans of care for patients.
• Provide patient assessment and health data collection.
• Communicate plans of care to patients and families.

Skills

Labor and Delivery Experience

BLS/CPR Certification

Patient Assessment

Education

Graduate of NLN accredited school of nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $36.00 - $55.80 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery - Night Shift

• Position: Registered Nurse - Night Shift
• Location: Evanston Hospital, Evanston IL
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time 36 hours per week
• Hours: 2300-0730 and 1900-0730, with weekend rotation
• Call: one shift per six week schedule
• Required Travel: n/a

A Brief Overview

The Registered Nurse will deliver safe and compassionate nursing care for all patient populations by planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient plan of care. The Registered Nurse will collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other members of the clinical team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and continuity of care.

What you will do

• Develops a plan of care that identifies interventions to achieve expected outcomes. Evaluates patient's progress toward attainment of outcomes, systematically revises diagnosis, interventions and expected outcomes as needed.
• Provides patient assessment and collection of health data involving patient, family and other health care providers.
• Communicates plan of care to patient and family regularly respecting the patient's wishes through acknowledgment of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes. Communicates patient data to physician and interdisciplinary team as indicated to achieve patient care needs. Documents patient health data, interventions and communications.
• Individualizes patient and family teaching based on a thorough assessment to meet their specific learning needs. Assesses patient's cultural background, learning style, learning barriers, and modifies teaching plan accordingly. Provides teaching on disease management strategies, emergency care and drug information when appropriate. Identifies community resources to support patient self-management of disease.
• Interacts with and contributes to professional development of peers, students and other health care providers as colleagues. Shares knowledge, provides feedback and contributes to an environment supportive of clinical education. Assigns or delegates tasks as needed.
• Nurture a compassionate environment by providing psychological support
• Provide assistance to technical staff with injection of contrast, venipuncture, and administration of drugs, O2 therapy, and IV management.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and nursing research. Keeps abreast of research and practice trends in wound/ostomy/skin care through participation in professional networking, ongoing education, and self-directed learning activities. Supports staff in using research and providing evidence-based care.
• If skilled, conducts daily rounds of wound/ostomy/skin care patients. Monitors effectiveness of wound/ostomy treatment plans and other aspects of wound/ostomy/skin care.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations.
• Assist in the transporting of acutely ill patients as needed.

What you will need

• License: Current professional Nursing Licensure in the State of IL required
• Education: Graduate of a NLN accredited school of nursing required; BSN strongly preferred
• Certification: BLS/CPR Certification for the Healthcare Provider required from the American Heart Association
• Experience: 2 years Labor and Delivery or acute care nursing experience strongly preferred
• Unique or Preferred Skills: Labor and Delivery Experience preferred

Benefits (For full time or part time positions)

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.