Registered Nurse

VieMed Healthcare Staffing

Great Bend, KS

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$30–$36.50 Per Hour

SKILLS

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Life Support (ALS), Cardiac Monitoring, Cardiovascular, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Competency, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Health Plan, Healthcare, Hospital, Infection Control, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Neonatal Nursing, Neonatology, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing, Patient Care, Patient Education, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Registered Nurse (RN), Safety/Work Safety

LOCATION

Great Bend, KS

POSTED

30+ days ago

Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery

Position Overview:
Join The University of Kansas Health System in the Labor and Delivery unit at our Great Bend facility. This full-time position offers a dynamic healthcare environment dedicated to providing exceptional maternal and neonatal care. You will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the safety and well-being of mothers and newborns during critical moments.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive nursing care to obstetric patients, including prenatal, intra-partum, and postpartum care.
Monitor fetal heart rates and other vital signs to assess fetal well-being.
Collaborate with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
Educate patients and families on pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum care.
Respond promptly to obstetric emergencies, demonstrating clinical competence and sound judgment.
Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient care and interventions.
Adhere to hospital policies, safety protocols, and infection control standards.
Participate in shift handovers to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications and Certifications:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program. New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Valid and current licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the Kansas State Board of Nursing.
Certifications required within specified timeframes:
- BLS (Basic Life Support) within two weeks of employment
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) required
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within six months of hire
- Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM) within one year of employment
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) within six months of hire

Experience and Skills:

Prior experience in obstetrics, labor, delivery, or neonatal nursing preferred but not mandatory.
Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to respond effectively under pressure.
Excellent communication and patient advocacy skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Schedule and Compensation:

Full-time night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Rotating weekends and holidays to ensure fair staffing coverage.
Every other weekend off.
On-call duty as needed, limited to no more than one shift per week.
Compensation ranges from $30.00 to $36.50 per hour, with shift differentials:
- Evening shift (3:00 PM 11:00 PM): +$2.30/hour
- Night shift (11:00 PM 7:00 AM): +$3.75/hour
- Weekend shifts (Friday 7:00 PM Monday 7:00 AM): +$3.00/hour

Benefits & Perks:

Competitive full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
Sign-on bonus is not offered; however, relocation assistance is available.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a reputable healthcare system.

Additional Information:

No travel required for this position.
COVID-19 vaccination is not a requirement for employment.

Application Process:
Relocation assistance is available to qualified candidates. Interested candidates should contact Marissa Mendenhall at Marissa.Mendenhall@favoritestaffing.com for further details.

Elevate your nursing career by contributing to compassionate, high-quality obstetric care at The University of Kansas Health System. We look forward to welcoming dedicated professionals to our team.

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