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Registered Nurse (RN) – Labor & Delivery - St. Rita's Medical Center
Full-Time Nights
On Call Requirement
Job Summary
The Obstetrics (OB) Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by :
- Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status
- Determining the priority of the patient's problems and needs
- Implementing clinical nursing interventions to acute, critical patients that require intensive medical care
- Developing and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes
- Ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment
Essential Functions
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care teamAddresses the care provided to healthcare consumers in the context of woman-, newborn-, and family- centered care; and includes those who do not self-identify as women, or exclusively as women, as well as all people parenting newbornsProvides episodic (outpatient) and inpatient (at designated units) Obstetrical / Women's Health nursing care where applicableApplies the nursing process in the care of women during pregnancy, birth, postpartum, gynecological, and other women's health issues and the neonate from birth until discharge with differing gestational ages, diagnoses, and complicationsDelivers care to women of all ages requiring triage, prioritization, assessment, education, stabilization, resuscitation, and emergency managementAdminister medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and the organization's policies and proceduresOther duties as assignedEducation
Graduate of an accredited Associates degree or Bachelors degree in NursingCertifications
Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support acceptable in lieu of BLS) NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (preferred at hire, must obtain within 3 months of hire)Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification - National Certification Corporation (preferred if interpreting fetal monitoring)Experience
One (1) year of professional experience practicing as a Registered Nurse (RN)Recent OB, ED or Critical Care experience (preferred, not required)Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record training (preferred, not required)As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA / FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discountsPaid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and eldersTuition assistance, professional development and continuing education supportBenefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com