Registered Nurse- Labor and Delivery

Registered Nurse – Labor and Delivery

Day (United States of America) the Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care as per the nursing process.

The Registered Nurse is expected to direct, delegate, and coordinate all nursing care provided by the LPN, CNA, Patient Care Companion, and Unit Clerk consistent with their respective roles, responsibilities, and skill levels, assigning duties appropriately based on the age and development level of the patient population served.

• RN – State of Florida
• Degree from an accredited school of nursing; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Completion of general and nursing orientation
• Completion of unit orientation and unit‑specific competency checklist
• Professional interpersonal communication skills with patients, families, and colleagues
• Certifications required for the specific unit/area (see required certification addendum)
• Completion of annual competency‑based learning modules (CBL’s)
• Excellent communication skills for dealing with physicians, patients, families, and other disciplines

• Assess patients on admission and monitor continuously, evaluating changes in condition and responding appropriately
• Document assessment data on admission and ongoing basis
• Plan and coordinate care based on assessments and identified needs
• Involve family or significant others in care plans as desired by the patient
• Initiate individualized teaching plans on admission to promote positive outcomes and timely discharge
• Implement supportive and rehabilitative nursing care according to identified patient needs
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to achieve desired patient outcomes
• Initiate and verify physician orders
• Exercise nursing judgment in the provision of care
• Evaluate patients’ and families’ responses to interventions and progress toward outcomes
• Organize patient care based on needs and available resources
• Serve as patient advocate, providing compassionate, individualized care to meet special needs
• Identify priorities for care of assigned patients
• Coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize outcomes
• Demonstrate professional development, accountability, and leadership in nursing practice
• Adhere to Cornerstone standards, hospital mission, and values at all times
• Report to work when scheduled (refer to attendance policy)
• Maintain a professional appearance that reflects a positive image (refer to professional appearance expectations policy)
• Maintain patient confidentiality and act ethically at all times
• Follow legal and ethical guidelines in providing nursing care
• Maintain competencies and continue professional/clinical knowledge base through continuing education
• Assist with staff orientation and professional development
• Contribute to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and co‑workers
• Support research and participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Administer medications according to established policies
• Comply with patient safety goals and programs