OB PRN RN

Description

Join Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL, a 175-bed, Joint Commission–accredited community hospital that serves as a critical healthcare hub in the region. Vaughan delivers a full complement of hospital services, including emergency care, to the Black Belt area of southern Alabama. As part of Scion Health, Vaughan combines system strength with strong local impact so that you can make your mark where your work truly matters.

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.

• 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

• 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