Registered Nurse (RN) – Postpartum

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Postpartum unit. This position involves caring for mothers and their newborns after delivery, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for both. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in postpartum care and be prepared to manage various patient needs.

Shift Information

• Shift Type: Nights
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: 4 shifts in a 4-week period
• Holiday Requirement: 1 major (Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Year’s Day) and 1 minor holiday

Unit Overview

• Unit Type: Mother Baby (Postpartum)
• Postpartum Beds: 18
• Average Births: 130 births per month, with approximately 40-60 C-sections
• Patient Ratios: 4:1 couplets
• Common Patient Diagnoses: Deliveries as early as 23 weeks, with some high-risk cases; perinatology support available.

Qualifications

• Years of Experience: 2 years of prior experience in a Postpartum unit; prior travel experience is preferred.
• Required Certifications: BLS (AHA), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), ACLS.

Technology and Support

• Electronic Medical Record System: Cerner
• 24/7 Respiratory Therapy and Pharmacy support.
• No OB/Neonatologist present in-house.

Orientation and Training

• Floor-specific orientation: 2 shifts
• Floating: Not required except for those with NICU background.

If you are a dedicated and compassionate nurse with a passion for postpartum care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.