Labor Delivery Recovery Postpartum RN

Company Description

Compass Government Solutions, LLC is a Woman-Owned Small Business dedicated to their True North, which are their principles and goals. These principles are used every day to govern them through their work and relationships when supporting their client with measurable outcomes. To accomplish their mission critical objectives, the leadership team at CGS brings over 50 years of collective executive experience providing full-service Health and Wellness services, Administrative Support Services, Research and Program Management and pilot program execution to federal government agencies nationwide and OCONUS. Our services support the Military Service Member, the Veteran and federal personnel support of health concerns, returning to duty, to their families and their communities and bettering short and long-term outcomes, through integrated healthcare and research.

Job Description

Compass Government Solutions LLC is looking for a Labor Delivery Recovery Postpartum RN to provide services for the DiLorenzo TRICARE Health Clinic in Washington, Virginia. In preparation to bid on this contract, we are seeking qualified candidates willing to be included in our proposal as interested and skilled individuals.

Location:
Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC)
9300 DeWitt Loop,
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060

Hours: 12 HR Shifts
6:45 AM-7:15 PM
6:45 PM-7:15 AM
Not to work more than 80 hrs. in a two-week period

Job requirements

• Assist provider with operative vaginal delivery procedures (vacuum, forceps).
• Perform pre-op for Cesarean-sections (C-section) (shave-prep, Foley catheter, intravenous bolus, and emotional support).
• Perform procedures for transition of normal newborn (bath, shots, assessment, and breast-feeding assistance).
• Provide stabilization for transport of high-risk patients (MgSO4, dexamethasone, antibiotics, and emotional support).
• Provide patient and family teaching.
• Support C-section deliveries as circulating nurse in the operating room.
• Provide breastfeeding support and education.
• Shall be responsible for and provide family and patient centered nursing care to infants and women of childbearing age.
• Shall maintain accurate and current notes in the electronic medical records of all patients cared for, as required.
• Shall assume additional administrative or clinical duties as requested or needed to ensure sustainment of normal unit operations and ensure compliance with JC standards, to include, but not limited to, conducting mandatory clinical training, monitoring clinic supplies and equipment, ensuring enforcement of SOP’s and standards, conducting monthly record chart audits and attend staff meetings.
• Monitors cardiac telemetry, performs EKG runs, and interprets cardiac rhythm strips.
• May be required to work on the Labor & Delivery Unit and the Mother-Baby Unit (LDRP).
• May be required to perform charge nurse duties.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of adhering to hospital policies and procedures, particularly those dealing with patient health information (PHI) and patient confidentiality.
• Assess newborns for symptomatic changes and educate families on the expectations and side effects of treatments and procedures.
• Identify newborns for which care is or is perceived to be in deviance from the normal parameters and accepted standards of care recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics and research-based Policy & Procedures
• Interview family independently and works with staff medical providers to initiate corrective actions as indicated.
• Provide verbal and written instructions to the newborn's family on matters pertaining to procedures, treatments, and follow-up appointments including potential risks, side effects, and health benefits.
• Identifies overall nursing needs as it relates to health needs of newborns.
• Deliver lactation care within accepted standards and provides antepartum/postpartum breastfeeding consultations.

Qualifications

• Degree/Education: Shall have a Diploma, Associates, or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure/Registration: The Labor Delivery Recovery Postpartum (LDRP) Registered Nurse shall possess a valid, unrestricted license (with no limitations, stipulations, or pending adverse actions) to practice nursing as a RN in at least one state or territory (Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, or the Virgin Islands) in the United States. All licenses are remained current, valid, and unrestricted during contract employment.
• Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support: Have and maintain current certifications in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is preferred.
• Experience: The Labor Delivery Recovery Postpartum (LDRP) Registered Nurse at a minimum, must have one year Labor Delivery Recovery Postpartum or Labor & Delivery experience, with no more than 12 months since last work assignment.
• Shall be able to read, write, speak, and understand English well enough to effectively communicate with all patients and other health care providers.
• Shall be knowledgeable of equipment and supply terminology and skill sufficient to identify and use necessary equipment and supplies properly and to communicate proper use with nurses, medical staff, patients, and family members.
• Possess knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of basic word processing, data entry and automated medical records.
• Perform monitoring of triage patients, including continuous fetal monitoring, spontaneous rupture of membrane check, labor check, prolonged monitoring, rule out pre-term labor, decreased fetal movement, and pre-eclampsia.
• Perform monitoring of patients, including continuous fetal monitoring, vital signs, labor checks, and cervical examinations.
• Provide intravenous management (fluids, Pitocin, MgSO4, antibiotics, blood products).
• Provide pain management. Monitor patient status on continuous laboring epidurals, intravenous narcotics, and provide emotional support.
• Assist provider with inductions (cervical ripening, artificial rupture of membranes, Pitocin).
• Assist provider with vaginal delivery procedures (pushing, delivery, recovery).

Additional Information

Some of the benefits offered to our full-time employees include:

• Competitive Salary
• Accrued paid time off
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Health and Wellness benefit to help cover medical costs
• Dental and Vision Plans
• 401k Plan

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability