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JOB TITLE: Registered Nurse
DEPARTMENT: Womenxe2x80x99s Health
REPORTS TO: Womenxe2x80x99s Health Director
JOB SUMMARY
The RN will be scheduled in the department after he/she has received: a) experience in labor, deliver, nursery and postpartum nursing care in another facility (documented in references from employment) plus supervised clinical performance in OB at CRH; or b) completion of preceptor education course in OB care at CRH, with supervised orientation to all aspects of department by precepting RNs. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. He/she must also interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Current Wyoming licensure as a Registered Nurse. Prior experience in obstetrics with labor and delivery experience preferred.
SKILLS
Knowledge of labor, delivery, postpartum and nursery care essential. Must know principles and practice of sterile technique and infection control. Must be skilled in technical aspects of mother/infant care. Able to perform effectively in highly stressful situations. Must be able to interact effectively with a wide variety of people. Excellent communication skills. Able to assume a leadership role and serve as an example to other employees.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
NRP, BLS, AWHONN intermediate fetal monitoring competency within one year of hire. Recommend S.T.A.B.L.E and AWHONN membership.
FULL TIME & PART TIME BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision plans
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
- Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Bank
- Voluntary Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Aflac
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Savings Plan through Principal
