Registered Nurse RN Postpartum

Primary City/State:

Department Name:

Work Shift:

Job Category:

Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we understand that, and that's why we work hard every day to make a difference in people's lives. We've united under a common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. It's a lofty goal, but it's one we're committed to seeing through. Do you like the idea of making a positive change in people's lives - and your own? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now

Women & Infants Services (WIS) is the largest department at BUMCP. Averaging approximately 5500 deliveries per year, this is a fast paced environment. BUMCP is accredited by the Arizona Perinatal Trust as a Level 3 Center which certifies that we are qualified to take care of the most high risk patient population. The WIS department at BUMCP consists of OB Triage, Labor & Delivery, Antepartum, Postpartum and GYN/Oncology. We are well known for our specialty programs for higher order multiples, placenta accreta management and OB critical care. Throughout the WIS department, there is excellent collaboration between nursing and physicians with quality patient care serving as our focus. Our patient experience scores are among the highest at BUMCP. We are a Magnet facility and the WIS department has been highlighted in many examples for our Magnet redesignations. Our leadership team consists of a Nursing Director, three RN Senior managers, a high risk obstetrics program manager and a total of 14 RN managers. There is always a senior leader on-call 24/7 and there is usually in house management coverage 24/7 as well. In addition to the leadership team, we have a Clinical Nurse Specialist, an RN educator and lactation consultant coverage almost 24/7 to provide support for both the staff and our patients. As an academic medical center, we are actively involved in research, EBP and process improvement. Teaching and training students and new employees is an essential part of our department. Our goal is to provide a positive learning environment full of great opportunities and support to learn and grow so that each employee can thrive and reach their fullest potential.

The Postpartum unit provides multidisciplinary obstetrical care to low and high risk postpartum patients and normal newborns. There are 40 postpartum private rooms available and 11 Level 1 nursery beds. Inpatient services are available 24 hrs/day, 7 days/week. These services are provided to adolescents, adult females with and without complicating medical conditions. We provide couplet care and encourage family bonding. Patient education and lactation support are a major focus in the postpartum area. The average RN assignment would consist of 6- 8 total patients (depending on acuity) which would be a combination of Moms & babies. Newborns with minor complications will be cared for in postpartum or in the nursery depending on diagnosis, acuity and level of observation required.

This position is for a FULL-TIME Night Shift opening. The hours will be from 7:00pm - 7:30am for 3 shifts per week which will include weekends and holidays on a rotating basis. You will also have the opportunity to utilize our self-scheduling tool for shift and weekend coverage. Enjoy an 18%-night shift differential and a flat rate $3/hour weekend shift differential.

Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards) are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.

2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient's status.

3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.

4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.

5. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.

6. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate.

7. Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may include participating in professional organizations.

8. In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department.

9. Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Interacts with other health care providers in numerous settings in order to report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with clergy to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the human response of the patient and family to changes in health status.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.

Relates throughout the interview process the experience, training and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the clinical area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations. Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner Registry and Travel physician practice positions require a minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician practice or an acute care setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.