Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse specializing in Postpartum care. This role involves providing high-quality patient care to new mothers and infants, supporting physicians, and ensuring compliance with clinical standards. Travel nurses are welcome to apply, including first-time travelers.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver postpartum nursing care to patients and newborns
- Collaborate with physicians and healthcare staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Document patient care and progress using EMR systems (Epic preferred)
- Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding care plans and instructions
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies and professional standards
- Common patient diagnosis: Post vaginal delivery; post c-section delivery; intermittent post-partum magnesium or postpartum hemorrhage
- Required Drips & Medications: IV antibiotics; IV magnesium intermittently, PRBC; rhogam, lovenox
- Specialty Equipment: Welch Allyn blood pressure; Nihon Khoden; venodynm machine; IV pump; panda warmer; Medela Breast pump
- Patients: Newborn
- Number of Beds in the Unit: 13 Postpartum and 4 Continuing Care Nursery
Required Qualifications
- Must have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty within the past 2 years.
- Current AHA BLS and NRP certifications
- Active MA RN license verified through NURSYS (report must include all past and present licenses, pulled within the last 7 days)
- Must be able to work every other weekend and holiday.
- Must have experience working in acute care setting.
Preferred Qualifications (if any)
- Travel nursing experience
- Lactation certification
- Experience with Epic EMR system
Certifications (if any)
- AHA BLS (required)
NRP (required)
- Lactation certification (preferred)