What are the responsibilities and job description for the Perinatal Resource Nurse - Children's Hospital position at Loma Linda University Health?
Job Description
Job Summary: The Perinatal Resource Nurse is a seasoned expert in antepartum, labor and delivery, post-partum, and operating room field of practice. Rotates through all Total Care Birth Center units and Maternal-Fetal Medicine Center departments willingly. Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) independently and in accordance with LLUCH's established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve proficient individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support. Serves as an exemplary role model in patient care delivery methods and consistently demonstrates an advanced level of clinical practice, communication and documentation. Functions in a patient-centered care model of practice and facilitates the empowerment of the nursing profession. Excels in implementing new knowledge, innovations and improvements in practice to enhance the patient experience and clinical outcomes. Performs complex procedures for a specialized patient population in the inpatient and outpatient environment. Performs in a skills mix environment and directly supervises and delegates tasks to licensed and unlicensed staff. Meets qualifications, licensure/certifications, and competencies as defined in the unit/department-specific Plan for Providing Care. Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in perinatal specialty. Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize excellence in customer service, safe patient care, and professionalism. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing required. Minimum two years of clinical experience in perinatal nursing required.
Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrates advanced competencies in the specialty of perinatal nursing. Ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills in perinatal nursing. Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required. Exhibits professional behavior at all times and works calmly and responds courteously when under pressure. Able to: speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment; perform technical patient care activities; relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; lead, supervise, teach and collaborate; accept direction; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; discern temperature variances through touch; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.
Licensures and Certifications: Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required. Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) certification through the American Heart Association required. Basic Arrhythmia Recognition and Treatment Course required. Other licensure/certification as specified in the unit/department specific Plan for Providing Care.
About Us
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
About The Team
Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity. We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability. If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at (909) 651-4001.
Loma Linda University Children's Hospital is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management.
We appreciate your interest in Loma Linda and wish you success in your job search!
Job Summary: The Perinatal Resource Nurse is a seasoned expert in antepartum, labor and delivery, post-partum, and operating room field of practice. Rotates through all Total Care Birth Center units and Maternal-Fetal Medicine Center departments willingly. Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) independently and in accordance with LLUCH's established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve proficient individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support. Serves as an exemplary role model in patient care delivery methods and consistently demonstrates an advanced level of clinical practice, communication and documentation. Functions in a patient-centered care model of practice and facilitates the empowerment of the nursing profession. Excels in implementing new knowledge, innovations and improvements in practice to enhance the patient experience and clinical outcomes. Performs complex procedures for a specialized patient population in the inpatient and outpatient environment. Performs in a skills mix environment and directly supervises and delegates tasks to licensed and unlicensed staff. Meets qualifications, licensure/certifications, and competencies as defined in the unit/department-specific Plan for Providing Care. Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in perinatal specialty. Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize excellence in customer service, safe patient care, and professionalism. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing required. Minimum two years of clinical experience in perinatal nursing required.
Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrates advanced competencies in the specialty of perinatal nursing. Ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills in perinatal nursing. Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required. Exhibits professional behavior at all times and works calmly and responds courteously when under pressure. Able to: speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment; perform technical patient care activities; relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; lead, supervise, teach and collaborate; accept direction; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; discern temperature variances through touch; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.
Licensures and Certifications: Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required. Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) certification through the American Heart Association required. Basic Arrhythmia Recognition and Treatment Course required. Other licensure/certification as specified in the unit/department specific Plan for Providing Care.
About Us
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
About The Team
Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity. We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability. If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at (909) 651-4001.
Loma Linda University Children's Hospital is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management.
We appreciate your interest in Loma Linda and wish you success in your job search!