Unit Specific Details
10 LDR, 2 Triage, 2 ORs
Equipment: warmer, GE monitor, pulse ox, blood glucose
Skill Sets: electronic f etal monitoring or cardiac monitoring, need to be able to circulate c-section (no scrubbing)
Patient Population: High acuity; language barriers, substance abuse, chronic conditions affecting pregnancy
Occasional float to MIU with moms only possible

Ratio*: 1:1-2 *Ratios are never guaranteed but what the unit attempts to achieve with normal staffing. Ratios are subject to change based on staffing.

RN Obstetrics Job Code – 740N3F Include Job Code in Name Job Profile Summary Job Description
The Obstetrics (OB) Registered Nurse (RN) addresses the care provided to healthcare consumers in the context of woman-,
newborn-, and family- centered care and includes those who do not self-identify as women, or exclusively as women, as
well as all people parenting newborns. The competent and proficient OB RN provides, coordinates, plans, and evaluates
nursing care, and supervises licensed and unlicensed associates in nursing care delivery within established nursing
procedures, professional standards, and organizational mission/policies/philosophies. This RN demonstrates the ability
to care for patients in the outpatient and/or acute care obstetrical setting as part of an interprofessional team
focused on achieving the best individual maternal/neonatal/gynecology/women's health and population outcomes.
Essential Job Functions In collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team (Care Management in coordinating care [e.g. Children's Protective Services], transfer centers, and pharmacies), conducts initial and ongoing patient
assessment, analyzes assessment data, creates a plan of care, educates patient and/or family, implements nursing
care/interventions, evaluates the effectiveness of the nursing care/intervention, and advocates for the patient/family.
Provides episodic (outpatient) and inpatient (at designated units) Obstetrical/women's Health nursing care where
applicable. Administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy
Health; coordinates care within hospital departments. Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing
quality improvement in the department. Applies knowledge of contemporary obstetrical/women's health nursing practice
and future innovations. Applies the nursing process in the care of women during pregnancy, birth, postpartum,
gynecological, and otherwomen's health issues and the neonate from birth until discharge with differing gestational
ages, diagnoses, and complications. Provides care to women of all ages requiring triage, prioritization, assessment,
education, stabilization, resuscitation, and emergency management. Models core cultural and safety behaviors to
eliminate preventable harm, ensure worker safety and a safe, high quality experience of care. BSMH nurses are expected
to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional
Practice Model. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or
working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required
by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification Current RN License in the state in
which they are working or covered by compact (required) BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from
approved source prior to direct patient care) NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (preferred upon hire, must obtain
within 6 months of hire) ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred) Electronic Fetal
Monitoring Certification – National Certification Corporation (preferred if interpreting fetal monitoring) Inpatient OB
Certification – National Certification Corporation (preferred) Maternal Newborn Nursing Certification – National
Certification Corporation (preferred) Neonatal Intensive Care Certification – National Certification Corporation (required for critical care transport NICU teams within 2 years of hire) Low Risk Neonatal Nursing Certification –
National Certification Corporation (preferred) Care of the Extremely Low Birth Weight Neonate Certification – National
Certification Corporation (preferred) Education Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred) Work Experience 1 year of RN
experience (required) Recent OB, ED or critical care experience (preferred) Training EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred) Skills Assigns patient care according to the nursing skill, knowledge, and scope of practice of
staff. Orients, facilitates learning experience, and provides education (based upon quality improvement indicators,
outcomes, and implementation) to nursing staff and others. Possesses clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to
provide evidence-based patient care in accordance with the current standards of practice, policy and procedure, and
BSMH mission. Performs comprehensive assessment of patient's clinical condition and psychosocial needs of the patient
and their supportive resources. Safely and efficiently develops, implements, and prioritizes plan of care. Application
of the nursing process in patient care delivery. Assesses patient's physical and emotional responses to treatment to
evaluate effectiveness of intervention and patient outcomes; revises plan of care accordingly. Assists patient and
family in coping with patient's illness. Collaborates with others in the delivery of coordinated patient care. Strong
interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills. Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring
for patients and their support resources. Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance and acquires information to
perform safely. Advances personal and professional growth through participation in educational programs, current
literature, in-services, and workshops. Exhibits professionalism through accountability for own and delegated actions.
Integrates cost-effective measures into practice and models effective stewardship of available resources. Practices
self-care and cultivates resilience in conflict and difficult circumstances. Protects the safety and privacy of all
persons. Understanding and utilization of office and clinical technologies. Ability to communicate with patients in a
manner they can understand considering their personal preferences. Compassionate, relationship-based approach to help
find meaning in illness, suffering, pain, and existence. Remains calm, adaptive, and collective during an emergency.
Electronic fetal monitoring. Conducting vaginal exams. Caring for the mother/fetal dyad. Resuscitation and
stabilization of mother/fetal dyad. Breastfeeding support and education Teaching self/neonate/infant care, discharge
teaching, planning, and follow up. Age- and department-specific emergency and lifesaving equipment. Ability to
recognize, understand, and communicate family dynamics and parent/child relationship. Advanced care management skills
in caring for the unstable, acute, or chronically ill neonate. Working Conditions Periods of high stress and
fluctuating workloads may occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be required to use
physical restraints May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous
substances or body fluids* May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials* May have periods
of constant interruptions * Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal
protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Physical Requirements
Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.): 34-66% Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 34-66% Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66% Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66% Stoop/Kneel 1-33% Crawling 1-33% Climbing 1-33% Balance 1-33% Bending 34-66% Sitting 34-66%
Walking 34-66% Standing 34-66% Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone Reach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity – far Acuity – near Depth perception Use of Latex products Exposure to
toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential
electrical shock Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to high pitched noises Gaseous risk exposure Patient
Population Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients
served on his or her assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span
and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate
information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide
the care needed as described in departmental Policies and procedures. Neonates (0-4 weeks) Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years) Adolescents (13-17 years) Adults (18-64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older)

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Benefits & Perks:

Medasource Healthcare offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.

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