Role Overview:
Provides professional nursing care in accordance with state regulations and hospital policies, utilizing critical thinking to assess patient conditions, plan and evaluate care, monitor progress, and document observations. Delegates tasks appropriately and collaborates with team members to meet unit goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess patient needs and deliver nursing interventions tailored to labor and delivery patients.
- Recognize changes in patient status and respond accordingly.
- Maintain accurate records of patient observations and care provided.
- Delegate appropriate tasks to support staff.
- Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Associate Degree or higher in Nursing; Bachelor’s Degree required within five years if only an Associate Degree.
- Current Illinois RN licensure.
- Valid BLS certification; ACLS, C-EFM, and NRP certifications within specified timeframes.
- Preferred: Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) experience and labor/delivery RN experience.
Additional Requirements:
- Critical thinking, clinical assessment, delegation, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work night shifts with rotating weekends and holidays.