The duties for this position include but are not limited to the following:
Excellent patient assessment skills. The nurse must have the ability to assess Obstetrical and Gynecological patients on a multi-disciplinary continuum from normal physiological changes to a wide variety of disease processes that may complicated the antepartum, intrapartum or postpartum stages of pregnancy, the immediate care of the newborn, have a varied knowledge in women's health issues and the physiological changes in the normal life cycle.
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of people for the purpose of informing the health care team of plans/actions, for teaching/education to benefit the patient/family and organization. Effectively uses appropriate communication format in addressing professional issues. Excellent written communication skills to perform accurate documentation, both written and electronic, of all activity in accordance with requirements.
Must have an in-depth knowledge of the principles and practices of clinical nursing in the care of gynecology, Obstetrics, and newborns.
Accountable for making patient care assignments based on the scope of practice and skill level utilizing the nursing process as a basis for professional practice.
Skill in setting up, operating and monitoring specialized medical equipment such as IV infusion pumps, cardiac monitoring devices, EKG units, oxygen analyzers, nebulizers, and other unit specific equipment.
Ability to recognize adverse signs and symptoms and react quickly in emergency situations.
