About this opportunity
Andalusia Health lists this OB/Women's Services RN Full Time opportunity in andalusia, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
Join Andalusia Health in Andalusia, AL, an 88-bed, Joint Commission–accredited hospital that has earned chest pain and heart failure accreditations, and designation as a Baby-Friendly hospital. Andalusia delivers a broad range of inpatient and outpatient specialty services while embracing a shared commitment to patient safety and high-quality care. Grow your career with Andalusia, where we value your contributions to the community we serve.
Join Andalusia Health in Andalusia, AL, an 88-bed, Joint Commission–accredited hospital that has earned chest pain and heart failure accreditations, and designation as a Baby-Friendly hospital. Andalusia delivers a broad range of inpatient and outpatient specialty services while embracing a shared commitment to patient safety and high-quality care. Grow your career with Andalusia, where we value your contributions to the community we serve.
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) – Women's Services provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Women's Services unit, including obstetrics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and neonatal care. The RN utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety in accordance with hospital policies and nursing standards.
Essential Functions
Provides direct patient care in the obstetrics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and nursery units
Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized care plans for mothers and infants
Monitors fetal heart tones, vital signs, and patient status throughout labor and postpartum
Administers medications, performs procedures, and assists physicians with exams and deliveries
Educates patients and families on postpartum care, infant care, breastfeeding, and discharge instructions
Documents all assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and promptly
Participates in emergency response situations, including neonatal resuscitation and postpartum hemorrhage
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and facilitate discharge planning
Maintains a safe and clean environment in compliance with infection control standards
Participates in staff training, competency assessments, and quality improvement initiatives
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
Strong clinical knowledge in obstetric and neonatal care
Ability to work in high-stress, fast-paced environments
Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) and fetal monitoring systems
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient and family interactions
Ability to prioritize tasks and respond quickly to emergencies
Knowledge of infection control practices and safety protocols
Demonstrates professionalism, empathy, and patient-centered care
Qualifications
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
License/Certification
Current state RN license or compact state equivalent required
Basic Life Support (BLS) as required per facility policy
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) as required per facility policy
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) as required per facility policy
Fetal Monitoring Certification as required per facility policy
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) as required per facility policy
Experience
Minimum of six (6) months of obstetrical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred
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Worksite address
andalusia, AL, 36420, US
Who can apply
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