Local Nurse RN L&D in Ithaca, NY

Agency: Modern Healthcare Solutions

Location: Ithaca, New York

Pay: $1,872/wk

Shift: Night, 3x12 hr

Start date: ASAP

Assignment length: 13 weeks

We are looking for a Local L&D RN for a great Local nursing job in Ithaca, NY. This L&D Local nursing job pays for 12 hours per shift . With Wanderly you can compare Local nurse salary from leading Local nurse agencies in the United States. With Wanderly you can chat and apply to any agency for this Local Nursing Job with Wanderly’s Universal Application. Labor and Delivery/Postpartum Registered Nurse (RN) Position Overview The Registered Nurse in the Maternal Child Health department is responsible for providing direct patient care to a designated group of patients. This role involves working collaboratively with unit leadership to adhere to the nursing scope of practice as defined by relevant governing bodies. Responsibilities include observing and collecting data, planning, implementing, and evaluating the physical, psychological, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs of patients and families. Key Responsibilities Assess patients and families with needs ranging from uncomplicated to complex, recognizing normal parameters and deviations in physical, emotional, developmental, and behavioral status. Utilize a person-centered care approach in developing care plans and prioritizing nursing care to meet individual patient and family needs. Plan and facilitate the care of patients, demonstrating effective prioritization of expected and unanticipated needs, while involving patients and families in establishing care goals. Employ critical thinking skills to make appropriate clinical decisions, proactively addressing potential and actual problems. Demonstrate competency in implementing necessary technical skills for patient care. Remain current on policies, procedures, and standards within the organization. Act as a resource for peers, facilitating collaboration among multidisciplinary health team members. Connect patients and families with other disciplines and services as needed for comprehensive care. Qualifications Labor and Delivery experience is required; postpartum experience is preferred. Must be willing to float to other departments, including Labor and Delivery, OR/PACU, Postpartum, and NICU, as needed. Flexibility in scheduling is required based on unit needs, with no guarantees on block scheduling or specific day requests. Unit Description The department includes facilities such as Labor and Delivery rooms, postpartum rooms, a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, single-family NICU rooms, a Cesarean Section Surgical Operating Room, and a PACU. Staff are cross-trained to enhance flexibility and skill within the unit. PK-38679397