WOMEN'S SERVICES RN, Full Time 7p-7a - Oswego Health : Job Details

$15,000 Sign on BonusWomen's Services (OB/GYN) - RN Registered Nurse 7p-7aJob Title: Registered Nurse Department: Women's ServicesReports to: Director of Women's Services Revision Date: 9/19/2023Grade Level: 29 Status: Non ExemptJob Summary:Under the general direction of the Clinical Nurse Director, in accordance with the objectives, policies, and procedures of the nursing department and established professional standards, provides total nursing care to patients of all ages appropriate to unit. Effectively interacts with patients, healthcare members, while maintaining standards of professional nursing. Demonstrates capability to organize and prioritize care in order to allow room for emergencies.Duties/Responsibilities:Perform annual review of discharge instructions for Nursery and Post Partumpatients in reference to referral agencies and code-specific requirements (IE: NYS DOH).Meet annually with child protective agencies, public health, WIC, and otherorganizations that deal with child/family concerns.Assist Director of OGN with annual NURSERY staff evaluations; assign, supervise,and evaluate nursing staff performance on day to day basis. Identify staff education needs and assist in plan to meet needs.Coordinate the organization, development, and implementation and evaluation of the unit-specific orientation program in accordance with methods and procedures, standard of performance, operation of equipment, and rules and regulations as required BY JCAHO, DOH, and other regulatory agencies.Assist with review, revision, and development of policies and procedures for Nursery, ensure policies are updated annually according to NRP,AWOHN and ACOG standards. Assign key staff members to assist with the review.Assist in problem solving, including delivery of patient care, and using the proper chain of command.Assist with development, implementation, and evaluation of department QAPI plans and attend meetings regularly to provide departmental input.Serve on committees as assigned, attend meetings in Director's absence, and communicate information as appropriate.Assist Director through input for departmental goal setting, long range planning, and early budgeting process.Assist with staffing schedule to ensure staff is scheduled accurately and fairly, assuring proper coverage and in a cost-effective manner as assigned.Perform random chart audits (at least 3 per month) to ensure documentation meets compliance requirements and patient charges are accurately being captured and consistently charged.Set an example for staff by remaining current in PP/NU/LR care and trends.Perform other duties as assigned.Required Skills/Abilities (Unit Specific):Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as active listening skills.Ability to create superior patient experiences while generating positive guest relations in an office setting is required.Ability to work effectively and communicate effectively in a team environment; continuously looking for solutions to improve patient care.Proficiency in medication administration and practiced phlebotomy skills.Professionalism and business acumen appropriate for working with guests, physicians, employees and volunteers.Ability to cost-effectively awareness in use of resources/supplies.Education and Experience:Diploma from an accredited school of nursing. Current licensure in NYS. Current certification in CPR, Completion of IV Therapy, Pharmacology, Neonatal Resuscitation, CARE/EFM and CBE Courses within first year of employment. One year Medical/Surgical experience preferred. Unit specific orientation to all areas of Women's Services including Labor Room, Nursery, and Post-Partum.Working Conditions:Ability to stand for extended periods of time, ability to life twenty (20) pounds. Moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting up to fifty (50) pounds, as well as assist with weights of more than one-hundred (100) pounds, fine motor skills, visual acuity.Pay Range: $34.00-$43.45/hourEmployee salary is based on commensurate experience and other qualifications.The mission of Oswego Health is to provide accessible, quality care and improve the health of residents throughout Oswego County. As a nonprofit healthcare system that was established in 1881, Oswego Health is proud to continue to be one of Oswego County's largest employers. More than 1,200 employees spread throughout its 17 locations, work for the Oswego Health system, which includes the 164-bed community hospital with a brand new Medical Surgical Unit, a 32-bed state-of-the-art psychiatric acute-care facility with multiple outpatient behavioral health service locations, The Manor at Seneca Hill, a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, and Springside at Seneca Hill, an independent retirement community. The health system also operates Oswego Health Home Care, the only hospital-based certified home healthcare agency in the County as well as two outpatient centers, including the Fulton Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, physical therapy, and occupational health services; and the Central Square Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, and physical therapy services. In addition, Oswego Health includes the Oswego Health captive professional corporation, Physician Care P.C., providing physician services in orthopedics, cardiology, ENT, gastroenterology, breast care, audiology, general surgery, bariatrics, and primary care.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYOswego Health is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related matters, without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race), creed, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, marital or familial status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, citizenship status, ancestry, arrest/conviction record, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, relationship or association with a member of a protected category, or any other legally protected characteristic. Decisions affecting your position including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, tuition assistance, leaves of absence, disciplinary action, layoff/recall, and terminations will be made in accordance with this policy.