RN, Obstetric Services (Days)

Steele Memorial Medical Center; Salmon (ID); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10k sign-on bonus

Two year employment agreement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Steele Memorial Medical Center in Salmon, Idaho, seeks an obstetric RN to provide compassionate labor, delivery, and postpartum care. You will monitor mothers and newborns, assist in birth, and coordinate with the care team to ensure safe, patient-centered outcomes.

In the event of low obstetric caseload, you may assist in Med/Surg units. Eligible candidates hold an Idaho RN license, BLS, NRP, AWHONN fetal monitoring, and PALS or plan to obtain within a year.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Idaho or compact state.
• BLS, NRP and AWHONN Fetal Monitoring certifications required at or near start date.
• PALS or completion within 12 months of employment.
• Minimum 1 year of obstetric nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide obstetric care for labor, delivery, and postpartum patients.
• Monitor maternal and fetal status, assist in labor and delivery, and educate families.
• Coordinate care with physicians, midwives, and nursing teams for safe outcomes.
• Administer meds, IV therapy, and wound care; document care plans and progress.
• Support post-op recovery, clinical staff, and patient education.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Team collaboration

Clinical judgment

Education

Current RN license in Idaho or compact state

BLS required

NRP required

AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring

PALS required or within 1 year

1 year obstetric nursing experience

Job description

Brief Description

Nestled in the beautiful, serene landscapes of rural Idaho, Steele Memorial Medical Center (SMMC) is a small, yet vibrant healthcare organization dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. We serve a close-knit community with a strong emphasis on continuity of care and building lasting relationships with our patients. Here, you’ll find the perfect blend of fulfilling medical practice and the tranquil charm of rural living.

Requirements

Salmon, Idaho Experience

This position comes with a $10k sign-on bonus with a two year agreement and additional relocation assistance!

The RN for our Obstetrics Unit provides compassionate and skilled care to expectant mothers during labor, delivery, and the postpartum period. This role involves monitoring and the health of both mother and baby, assisting in the birthing process, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for families. In the event that the Obstetrics unit does not have active patients, the RN will be assigned a patient load in the Med/Surg unit, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and continuity of care. This role requires adaptability in patient assignments, clinical expertise, and a commitment to patient-centered care across multiple units.

Duties

• Assure quality of care by: adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; following facility standards of care set by the State Board of Nursing and other governing agency regulations. Possess knowledge and skills regarding nursing principles and practice.
• Provide comprehensive care to obstetric patients, including laboring mothers, postpartum recovery and newborns.
• Assist with labor and delivery including fetal monitoring, medication administration, and patient education.
• Monitor maternal and fetal well-being, recognizing and responding to complications.
• Educate patients and families on postpartum care, breastfeeding, and newborn health.
• Collaborate with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and effective care.
• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care for adult patient with medical and surgical conditions.
• Administer medications, IV therapy and wound care as per physician order.
• Monitor patient progress, document assessments, and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Assist with post-operative recovery, chronic illness management, and acute care interventions.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of age groups, ethnic, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Make nursing decisions within the scope of licensure and according to established hospital policies and procedures.
• Attend 75% of nursing staff meetings and other available in-service education that pertains to professional growth and development.
• Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families.
• Promotes patients independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medication, and self-care skills, answering questions.
• Documents patient care services by carting in patient and department records.
• Maintains continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Delegates and oversees tasks delegated to nursing assistants, EST's and Unit Clerks.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Idaho or approved compact state licensure
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required upon hire
• AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring required upon hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required upon hire or within one year of employment
• Minimum of one (1) year of previous experience in obstetric nursing required

Summary

At Steele Memorial Medical Center, we believe in creating more than just a workplace- we create a supportive, inspiring environment where healthcare professionals can thrive.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 457 Retirement
• Health insurance benefits include access to certain services at our facility free of charges
• Maintaining a healthy-work life is cultivated through flexible employee work scheduling, Wellness program with potential health deduction savings of up to $1,100 annually, and our generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Student loan repayment options for eligible candidates
• Experience the beauty of rural Idaho with outdoor activities like what water rafting, year-round fishing in the infamous Salmon River, hiking, and skiing right outside your door!