Obstetrics/Med Surg

Job Description: OB/Med Surge – Registered Nurse

Job Overview:

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Nurses to join our dynamic healthcare team. This unique position involves providing comprehensive care to pregnant women in the Obstetrics unit while also contributing to Medical-Surgical nursing duties. The Obstetrics Nurse will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of both mothers and newborns during childbirth and will also provide skilled nursing care in a Med-Surg setting.

Responsibilities:

Obstetrics Nursing:

• Provide antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum care to pregnant women in collaboration with healthcare providers.

• Conduct thorough assessments, monitor fetal well-being, and develop individualized care plans.

• Assist and support women during labor and childbirth, administering medications and pain relief measures as needed.

• Conduct postpartum assessments and provide education on breastfeeding, newborn care, and postpartum recovery.

• Collaborate with obstetricians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.

• Educate expectant mothers on prenatal care, nutrition, and family planning.

• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records, documenting assessments, interventions, and patient responses.

• Respond to obstetric emergencies and assist in emergency procedures as required.

Med-Surg Nursing:

• Provide direct patient care in the Med-Surg unit, assessing and managing a variety of medical conditions.

• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions according to physician orders.

• Monitor and assess patients' responses to medical-surgical interventions.

• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.

• Educate patients and families on medical conditions, treatments, and self-care.

• Document all aspects of patient care accurately and in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.

• Experience or certification in Obstetric Nursing is preferred.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively in both Obstetrics and Medical-Surgical nursing settings.

• Knowledge of obstetric and medical-surgical care practices.

• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is preferred.

• Certification in Inpatient Obstetric Nursing (RNC-OB) is a plus.

• Minimum [X] years of experience in Obstetric Nursing and Medical-Surgical Nursing.

• CPR is required. ACLS, NRP, and other fetal monitoring courses and certifications are preferred but will be provided after hiring.

  Benefits:
• Competitive salary

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement savings plan

• Continuing education opportunities

Blue Mountain Hospital is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply.