Nurses Thrive Here.
From our tiniest patients to our mom’s to be. We thrive by caring for some of the most vulnerable patients in Northeast Ohio.
UH MacDonald Women's Hospital is growing to meet the needs of our community, and we are looking for talented nurses to join our compassionate and dedicated team of Women's Health professionals.
The Labor and Delivery unit at the UH MacDonald Women's Hospital provides services to care for inpatient and outpatient pregnant women up to six (6) weeks postpartum who have an acute need for care. Designated as a Level VI Labor and Delivery unit (High Risk Unit), services provided may or may not be for labor and delivery. The unit serves as the inpatient and outpatient obstetrical operating room, outpatient evaluation and testing site, recovery room, and unit for the immediate stabilization of adults and newborns. Intrauterine fetal procedures or surgeries may also be performed in this department.
What You Will Do
Additional Responsibilities
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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Complies with all policies and standards.
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For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
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Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education
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Master's Degree Required for Level 4 NICU, Labor &Delivery, Post-Partum and Antenatal Units
Work Experience
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3+ years clinical experience in OB required. Labor and Delivery preferred.
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Experience with education, teaching in clinical setting (Required)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Ability to prioritize initiatives (Required proficiency)
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Problem solve and think critically (Required proficiency)
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Open to new ways of thinking (Required proficiency)
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Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups (Required proficiency)
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Able to coach and develop others (Required proficiency)
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Thorough knowledge and understanding of standards within area of nursing expertise. (Required proficiency)
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Knowledge of JC/CMS accreditation requirements (Required proficiency)
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Working knowledge of the use of established clinical and preceptorship models in the development of clinical education programs (Required proficiency)
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Advanced nursing skills and knowledge in area of specialty (Required proficiency)
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Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
- Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required) and
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Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Preferred)
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Preferred)
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Certification in a specialty clinical area or nursing professional development (Required within 1 Year)
Physical Demands
- Standing Frequently
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Walking Frequently
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Sitting Rarely
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Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
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Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
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Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
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Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
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Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
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Balancing Occasionally
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Stooping Frequently
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Kneeling Frequently
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Crouching Frequently
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Crawling Occasionally
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Reaching Frequently
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Handling Frequently
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Grasping Frequently
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Feeling Constantly
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Talking Constantly
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Hearing Constantly
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Repetitive Motions Constantly
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Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
Travel Requirements
