What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Innovator position at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center?
Job Overview
The Registered Nurse (RN) in Women's Services at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center is a key position responsible for providing comprehensive care to expectant mothers and newborns. This role involves managing nurse schedules, coordinating patient flow, and upholding hospital policies while ensuring effective communication among staff and patients.
About the Role
- Nurse Staffing and Scheduling: Manage nurse schedules to ensure adequate coverage across all units, addressing gaps due to absences or increased patient acuity.
- Patient Care Coordination: Monitor patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to maintain optimal bed utilization and reduce bottlenecks in patient care services.
- Crisis Management: Respond to emergencies such as patient crises, natural disasters, or security incidents, implementing appropriate protocols and coordinating with relevant departments.
Requirements
- A current state RN license and associates degree from an accredited nursing school.
- Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire, ACLS and PALS within six months of hire.
- One year of experience preferred.
