RN Staff - Part Time - Newborn Transition (Night Shift)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate care for Labor, Antepartum and Postpartum (couplet) patients during a 7pm–7am shift.

The role includes supervising LPNs, unit assistants, and CNAs while applying the nursing process to planning, delivering and evaluating patient care. The ideal candidate will have RN licensure in Louisiana, 1 year labor experience, BLS on hire, and ALS/NRP qualifications or a plan to obtain them within 3 months.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Board Certified Registered Nursing Program.
• One year labor experience required.
• Current LA RN licensure.
• BLS required on hire.
• ALS and NRP preferred on hire, required within 3 months of hire.
• Certifications may be through ILCOR courses (e.g., Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, American Red Cross) with manikin check off.
• AWHONN Intermediate or Advanced Fetal Monitoring within 3 months of hire, renewed every two years.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical activities for Laboring, Antepartum and Post-Partum (couplet) patient using nursing process.
• Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Follow hospital policies and procedures and support department and hospital goals.

Education

Board Certified Registered Nursing Program

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24

Work Shift: 7pm-7am

Summary of the Job: The Registered Nurse is responsible for the coordination of clinical activities for the Laboring, Antenatal and Post-Partum (couplet) patient. Activities include, but are not limited to, use of the nursing process in the utilization of skills in organization, planning, implementing, evaluating, and providing care as it relates to the specific needs of the patient. Registered Nurses also supervise the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants. Registered Nurses work within the framework of the State Nurse Practice Act and follow hospital policies and procedures. The Registered Nurse also complies with hospital and nursing standards in the performance of job duties and responsibilities. The Registered Nurse will support the goals and objectives of the department and of the hospital.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successfully completed Board Certified Registered Nursing Program.
• One (1) year labor experience required.
• Current LA RN licensure.
• BLS required on hire.
• ALS and NRP preferred on hire, required within 3 months of hire.
• Certifications may be through any International Liaison Committee on resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association and American Red Cross.
• The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• AWHONN Intermediate or Advanced Fetal Monitoring within 3 months of hire, and must be updated/renewed every two (2) years.

Physical Demands:

• Must possess good physical health.
• Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.
• Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
• Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping, crouching

Contact Information:

Ashley Sierra, HR Talent Partner Talent Acquisition - Human Resources [e-mail] | (985) 8984000

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values.

St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today’s life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents. From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world-class healthcare close to home. St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.