Littleton Hospital Association is Hiring a Registered Nurse - OB Department - Night Shift Near Littleton, NH
SUMMARY AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Under the direction of the OB Manager / Educator, the Obstetrics RN assumes responsibility for a patient assignment on the Obstetrics Unit. The RN utilizes and acquires knowledge of current and best practices in patient care. The RN retains the responsibility for the direction and guidance of ancillary personnel within the unit. The RN works to support the five pillars of excellence: people, quality, service, finance and growth.
The RN understands and adheres to all LRH and department specific policies and procedures as well as to practice standards set forth in the New Hampshire Nurse Practice Act. This position will support the mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives of Littleton Regional Healthcare and demonstrates a commitment to quality service to patients, the public, coworkers and physicians.
Essential Functions
Employs written policies and procedures according to the LRH Nursing Department
Provides complete and accurate charting of care and interventions, provided to facilitate high quality of care across the patient continuum
Provides education to patients and their families
Works to include the patient and family in plan of care for the patient
Works as a team with other members of the Obstetrics Unit to ensure that patient supplies are charged for in a timely manner
Exhibits excellent customer service to both external and internal customers
Works consistently to improve the customer experience
Participates in orientation of new personnel
Floats and/or is cross trained to work in other areas of the Nursing Division
Recognizes educational needs and facilities own professional growth
Participates in in-house education programs
Promotes patient safety
Performs independently and functions in a professional manner
Completes assigned applicable competencies in a timely manner
Able to manage multiple priorities
Attends unit staff meetings
Participates in annual performance appraisal of self with Nurse Manager in a timely manner
REPORTS TO: OB Manager / Educator
SUPERVISES: A Registered Nurse directs by licensure, all nursing activities performed by ancillary staff assigned to the unit. Numbers supervised varies according to patient census and acuity.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience/Specialized Skills:
1-2 years previous clinical experience in acute care setting
Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Hampshire
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Bachelor of Science preferred
Preferred Certification/Registration:
National certification strongly encouraged
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
See Physical Demands worksheet
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Frequent multi-tasking and prioritization of multiple patient needs is ongoing. Exposed to all patient elements; including exposure to human waste, blood and bodily fluid as well as hazardous substances is unavoidable.