OB Hub RN

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The RN in the Neonatal Escalation Safety Telemetry (NEST) program is responsible for remote monitoring of fetal tracings for obstetric patients across all BH hospitals. The nurse provides continuous vigilance and tele-nursing focused on early prevention/intervention of abnormal fetal heart rate tracing within Baptist Health. This remote operation is staffed by skilled labor and delivery RNs, providing essential remote monitoring of fetal tracings for obstetric patients across multiple healthcare facilities.

As an RN in this role, you will collaborate with bedside teams across various Labor and Delivery units within our system to provide additional observation of fetal tracings. Your primary responsibilities will include early identification, notification, and escalation of concerning tracings, while advocating for evidence-based practices and guiding fellow nurses in their professional growth.

• Active and unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse in Arkansas or eligibility through Compact state agreements is required. BSN is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of labor and delivery experience in a level 2,3, or 4 facility is required.
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR/BLS is required
• Must hold certification through NCC as RNC-EFM or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification is required within 1 year of hire.
• Completion of an AWHONN Advanced or Intermediate Fetal Monitoring course within the last three years is required. Applicants without a recent course must complete the Intermediate and/or Advanced Fetal Monitoring course within six months of hire.
• Must obtain 20 contact hours annually, fifty percent of which must be clinically focused. Academic course credits can be substituted for contact hours on a one-to-one (1:1) credit hour exchange basis.

• Demonstrated evidence of professional growth through certification or education.
• Proficiency in interpreting fetal tracings and identifying physiological abnormalities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal Strong clinical leadership abilities

This job will be authorized 48.00 hours bi-weekly.