Rn, registered nurse - labor & delivery
Company: Christus Health
Location: Corpus Christi
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
DescriptionSummary:The Registered Nurse (RN) provides
professional nursing care for the comfort and well-being of
patients. The Registered Nurse (RN) prepares equipment and assists
physician during examinations and treatments. The Registered Nurse
(RN) administers prescribed medications, changes dressings, cleans
wounds, and monitors patient vital signs. The Registered Nurse (RN)
observes and maintains records on patient care, condition,
reaction, and progress.The Registered Nurse (RN) participates as
primary nurse, associate nurse, a team member or team leader in the
planning and implementing of patient care. The Registered Nurse
(RN) directs and assists in carrying out safe aseptic technique and
procedures. The Registered Nurse (RN) offers leadership and
direction to all support staff within department.The CHRISTUS Spohn
South Labor and Delivery, Antepartum and Obstetrical Emergency
Departments are all staffed by one group of associates that are
crossed trained in all three areas. Registered Nurses, OB Surgical
Technicians, Certified Nurse Aides and Unit Secretaries make up our
wonderful team of associates. In addition we have 24-hour CRNA
coverage for maternity anesthesia and our OBED is staffed with
in-house OB Hospitalist to accept transfers, care for patients and
handle emergencies 24 hours a day. We average about 220 deliveries
per month. We are capable of providing care for our patients in
need of Non-stress test, Amniocentesis, Induction of Labor,
Management of Postpartum complications such as hemorrhage or
elevated blood pressure, and have the capability to begin an
emergency section within 30 minutes of decision time and recognized
as a Texas Ten Step for Breastfeeding. Our department is a happy
environment for the patient and family, and our team provides an
exceptional patient experience.If you are looking to join a rapidly
growing faith-based organization that encourages professional
development, we want you to become a part of the CHRISTUS Spohn
family!Requirements:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care.One-year
experience in nursing preferred.Current Texas State RN LicenseCPR
(American Heart Association)ACLS required within six months of hire
or transferNRP required within 90 days of hire or transfer
dateAWHONN Fetal Heart Monitoring Certification required;
Experienced RNs have 6 months from hire/transfer date to obtain
certification. New grads and transfers new to Labor & Delivery will
have one year from hire/transfer date to obtain certification.Work
Type:Full TimeEEO is the law - click below for more information:We
endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you
would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website
or need assistance completing the application process, please
contact us at (844) 257-6925.
Keywords: Christus Health, Corpus Christi , Rn, registered nurse - labor & delivery, Healthcare , Corpus Christi, Texas
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