What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN), Women's Services, Nights position at SageWest Health Care?
Description
At SageWest Health Care, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. SageWest Health Care is located in Fremont County, Wyoming, encompassing two hospitals, one in Riverton and one in Lander. Each offers a wide range of healthcare services, including inpatient medical services, emergency room services, surgical services, imaging services, laboratory diagnostic services, primary care, infusion services, and women’s health.
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) – Women's Services provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Women's Services unit, including obstetrics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and neonatal care. The RN utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety in accordance with hospital policies and nursing standards.
Essential Functions
Education
At SageWest Health Care, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. SageWest Health Care is located in Fremont County, Wyoming, encompassing two hospitals, one in Riverton and one in Lander. Each offers a wide range of healthcare services, including inpatient medical services, emergency room services, surgical services, imaging services, laboratory diagnostic services, primary care, infusion services, and women’s health.
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) – Women's Services provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Women's Services unit, including obstetrics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and neonatal care. The RN utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety in accordance with hospital policies and nursing standards.
Essential Functions
- Provides direct patient care in the obstetrics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and nursery units
- Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized care plans for mothers and infants
- Monitors fetal heart tones, vital signs, and patient status throughout labor and postpartum
- Administers medications, performs procedures, and assists physicians with exams and deliveries
- Educates patients and families on postpartum care, infant care, breastfeeding, and discharge instructions
- Documents all assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and promptly
- Participates in emergency response situations, including neonatal resuscitation and postpartum hemorrhage
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and facilitate discharge planning
- Maintains a safe and clean environment in compliance with infection control standards
- Participates in staff training, competency assessments, and quality improvement initiatives
- Strong clinical knowledge in obstetric and neonatal care
- Ability to work in high-stress, fast-paced environments
- Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) and fetal monitoring systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient and family interactions
- Ability to prioritize tasks and respond quickly to emergencies
- Knowledge of infection control practices and safety protocols
- Demonstrates professionalism, empathy, and patient-centered care
Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Current state RN license or compact state equivalent required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) as required per facility policy
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) as required per facility policy
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) as required per facility policy
- Fetal Monitoring Certification as required per facility policy
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) as required per facility policy
- Minimum of six (6) months of obstetrical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred