RN - L&D PRN

***Offering up to a $30,000 Sign\-On for eligible Full\-Time Registered Nurse candidates!*** **Why Merit Health?** Choosing a career is about more than finding a job, it's about joining a team where you are respected, valued, and supported. At Merit Health, your work has a meaningful impact, your contributions are recognized, and your professional growth is encouraged. **Job Summary** The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient\-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high\-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families. **Essential Functions** * Coordinates and delivers high\-quality, patient\-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process. * Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members. * Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age\-appropriate care and education. * Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice. * Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level. * Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs. * Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life\-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate. * Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery. * Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post\-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions. * Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare\-associated infections. * Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety. * Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff. * Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements. * Demonstrates responsible decision\-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies. * Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record. * Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations. * Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery. * **Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN:** + Educates patients about pregnancy, provides prenatal screenings, and prepares patients for labor and delivery. + Assesses and monitors the new mother's physical recovery, including vital signs, postpartum hemorrhage, and potential complications like postpartum depression. + Assists with epidurals and other pain management techniques during labor. + Administers pain medication, induces labor, and manages other medication needs during labor and delivery. + Assists during labor and delivery, monitors fetal well\-being, administers medications, and provides pain relief. Monitors mothers and newborns after delivery, assessing their well\-being, and providing education on postpartum care and breastfeeding. + Assesses and monitors newborn health, taking vital signs, performing routine assessments, and educating parents on newborn care. + Assists with gynecological exams and procedures, and provides education on reproductive health, contraception, and prenatal care. + Educates patients about family planning, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. + Interprets fetal heart rate patterns and assesses fetal well\-being using electronic fetal monitoring. **Qualifications** * 0\-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** * Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices. * Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively. * Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects. * Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care. * Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives. **Licenses and Certifications** * RN \- Registered Nurse \- State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required * BCLS \- Basic Life Support required * ACLS \- Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred * PALS \- Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred * NRP \- Neonatal Resuscitation preferred * Refer to facility or unit\-specific guidelines for additional requirements. ***This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.***