Registered Nurse - Postpartum

OBSTERIC REGISTERED NURSE - POSTPARTUM

We are seeking an Obstetric Registered Nurse (OB RN), sometimes referred to as our Obstetric Registered Nurse, Obstetrics and Gynecology Nurse or Labor and Delivery RN. Our Obstetric RN will be in obstetrics acute unit and provide specialized care to pregnant patients before, during, and after labor and delivery. The Obstetric Registered Nurse monitors maternal and fetal health, assist with labor management, administer medications, and support patients through childbirth.

Bonus: 20 Thousand for 2 year commitment (restrictions may apply)

Shift's Available: Days

Employment Type: Full Time

Hours: 12 hour shifts - 6:45a to 7p

Location: Knapp Medical Center - Weslaco, TX

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

• Employer 401K options

• Tuition reimbursement options

• Life, disability, and other insurance options

• Many other amazing benefits

** Additionally, the OB RN will educate and counsel patients and families on pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care, while collaborating closely with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare team members to ensure safe and effective care throughout the perinatal period.

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Knapp Medical Center, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Knapp Medical Center is an award-winning, not-for-profit hospital in Weslaco, Texas. With 227 beds, the community hospital specializes in emergency care, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, wound care, surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, critical care, and interventional radiology. Knapp serves as the only acute care hospital in the Mid-Valley area, as well as Weslaco's only Level III Trauma Center, Advanced Primary Stroke Center, and Level II Newborn Nursery. Knapp has been providing quality and compassionate healthcare to Mid-Valley residents for 60 years. More than 300 physicians serve on the hospital's medical staff. Knapp also serves as one of the largest employers in the Mid-Valley, employing more than 450 people. For more information, please call 956-968-8567 or visit www.KnappMed.org

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the Birthplace. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment. Provides for a safe environment for patients and visitors. Utilizes the chain of command when necessary to ensure patient well-being and appropriateness of care to newborns and mothers during the antepartum and postpartum periods.

Education and Work Experience

1. Must have current and valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State.
2. BLS upon hire and maintain current.
3. ACLS upon hire and maintain current.
4. NRP within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
5. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.