![](https://dn9tckvz2rpxv.cloudfront.net/enableamerica.jobs/img/logo.jpg)
Job Information
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center RN - Obstetrical (OB) - Casual in Crosby, Minnesota
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center * Obstetrics Crosby, MN Nursing Casual, 12-hour Varied Shift FTE: RN Casual - minimum 2 weekend shifts per 4 week schedule period Weekend Requirements: Casual - 1 weekend per month Posted 06/26/2024 Req # 13260 POSITION SUMMARY Registered Nurses provide direct care to patients and are part of all care given by other departments. Registered Nurses must continually strive to provide the highest quality of care possible for the patients. They must also lead the nursing team toward the achievement of the goals of the Cuyuna Regional Medical Center. High quality care and overall efficiency are essential components to this success. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Previous experience in OB preferred. License/Certificates: Current Minnesota RN License. American Heart Association BLS certification within 30 days of hire. American Heart Association ACLS within 4 months of hire. NRP and S.T.A.B.L.E within 1 year of hire. For Charge RN: NRP and PALS required within 1 year of hire. Special Skills and Aptitudes: Knowledge and skills to implement nursing theory. Demonstrates mature judgement, initiative and proficiency in nursing skills. Demonstrates leadership qualities and executive and organizational abilities. Ability to lead and supervise patient care team. Ability to interact effectively with physicians, patients and family, staff and other healthcare providers. Ability to adapt resources to the needs of the situation. Knowledge of applied science principles in nursing situations involving techniques and procedures, hygiene and safety measures. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to recognize manifestation of physical and emotional problems. Knowledge and skills to review charts and enter data efficiently. Teaching ability and ability to work independently using good judgment. Ability to properly and safely operate all equipment required for this position. Knowledge and use of community resources. May be assigned to specialty areas. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES RN: Exercises concern for the patient's welfare, maintains knowledge of the patient's condition, administers medication and performs treatment while practicing and maintaining high ethical standards. Responsible for the direct and indirect care of patients assigned to her/him under the guidance of the CNO and/or Nurse Manager. Maintains accurate and complete records of nursing assessments, care and counsels of the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. Remains up-to-date on new nursing skills and technology and utilizes the nursing process (observation, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) in the delivery of care. Performs duties in accordance with physician's orders, the medical center's policies, methods, and techniques, and in coordinating with other departments and personnel. Provides leadership and promotes teamwork. When requested, participates in in-service programs, education programs, and orientation of new personnel. Demonstrate Standards of Excellence when other duties are assigned. Obstetrical RN: Performs maternal-child assessments and care including antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum and newborn child care. Plans care according to patient acuity needs. Responds appropriately to Code C-section alert. Responds appropriately to Code Pink alert. Charge Nurse: Assess staffing requirement and makes assignments based on acuity and census and ensures adequate and safe staffing for each shift. Handles bed control for admissions, discharges and transfers. Assists and support staff with all levels of patient care delivery, including Medical, Surgical, ICU, OB, and ED. Perform pharmacy duties as appropriate when pharmacist is not available. Coordinate and direct the daily patient care operations for the department of nursing. Analyze workload and skill requirements to meet patient care needs. Assess staff competencies and make patient care assignments. Delegate appropriate tasks to appropriate personnel, consistent with legal and professional guidelines and departmental standards. Maintain clear communication with the Chief Nursing Officer and Nurse Manager regarding nursing needs and/or incidents. Serve as a resource person in all identified areas. Complete initial individual unit competencies appropriate to charge nurse role. Maintain competency by both seeking out opportunities to work in these areas and completing unit specific ongoing education. Assist with patient care as needed. Identify appropriate internal controls for department; provide mechanisms to monitor and enforce compliance. Act as a facilitator for employee experiencing on the job injuries, connecting them to appropirate resources. Why Cuyuna Regional Medical Center? CRMC provides the highest quality patient care by hiring exceptional, qualified individuals and providing opportunities for growth and advancement. We are more than 1,000 employees working in a unique environment that brings together the best in patient care and innovative medical specialties. From our expansive surgery suites with leading edge technology to our resort inspired senior living spaces, from trauma to routine, obstetrics to hospice, we provide services across the continuum of care - all in Minnesota's beautiful Brainerd lakes country. For more information about our medical campus visit: http://www.cuyunamed.org. We offer a competitive compensation package, which includes exceptional benefits. Follow us: Site Description: Crosby a city of 3,000 residents is part of the Brainerd and Cuyuna Lakes Area in central Minnesota. It is a top 5 destination in the United States for mountain biking. Crosby is just 15 miles from Brainerd, MN and a two-hour drive from Minneapolis/St. Paul. The Brainerd Regional Airport, which is serviced daily by Delta Airlines, is located 11 miles from Crosby. CRMC is located within a two-hour radius of Alexandria, Duluth, and St. Cloud. Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.