RN Registered Nurse PRN L&D Experience required

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a PRN Registered Nurse for Labor & Delivery with RN licensure to supervise nursing staff on shift and ensure consistent patient care. The role supports weekend and holiday coverage, applying the nursing process for assessments and interventions.

The RN will collaborate with physicians and other clinicians in care planning and execution, with additional duties as assigned within the scope of the role.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nursing is required.
• BSN degree preferred.
• Active RN licensure is required.
• BLS certification is required; ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc. may be required depending on area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing personnel on shift, including weekends and holidays, to ensure quality and continuity of patient care.
• Utilize the nursing process for patient assessments, planning of care, and performance of care interventions.
• Collaborate with Physicians and other healthcare clinicians in planning and implementing patient care.
• Additional duties within the scope of the role may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Observation & assessment

Independent & team work

Cooperative work environment

Effective communication (oral &written

Customer complaint resolution

Education

Degree in Nursing required

BSN preferred

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights: Summary

The Registered Nurse shall be responsible for the general supervision and coordination of activities of nursing personnel on shift, and during weekends and holidays, in order to ensure quality and continuity of patient care. This individual will utilize the nursing process in patient assessments, planning of care, and performance of care interventions. The RN will collaborate with Physicians and other healthcare clinicians in the planning and implementation of patient care. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience

Degree in Nursing required, BSN degree preferred.

License / Certification

Active RN licensure required, BLS required, Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc) may be required depending upon area assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to observe, assesses, and record work, safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location

Baptist Medical Center East

Job

RN Registered Nurse PRN L&D Experience required RN - Registered Nurse

Job Type

PRN-PRN Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Additional Information

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.