Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse in Beacon Falls, CT

Shift Details: 12-hour shifts from 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. with 12-24 hours of on-call duty per 6-week schedule. Every other holiday and weekend as needed by the unit.

Join St. Vincent's Medical Center, where every moment matters and where our commitment to care extends to our Registered Nurses as well!

At St. Vincent's Medical Center, we prioritize not only the well-being of our patients but also that of our employees. Discover the benefits of working with us:
• Automatic enrollment in the Nurse Residency Program for new RNs with less than one year of experience.
• Bridge to Residency (B2R) Program, including coaching to support NCLEX exam success.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment and 40% tuition discounts for employees and their dependents at partner institutions.
• Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs with a strong emphasis on mental health.
• Paid time off and comprehensive health insurance packages.
• Free on-site parking.
• Discounts on various services and products including movie tickets, pet insurance, and travel.
• Opportunities to join Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) to advocate for an inclusive workplace and elevate diverse voices.

Your Role: As a Labor and Delivery RN, you will:
• Provide direct nursing care in alignment with established policies, protocols, and procedures.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans while effectively communicating patient conditions.
• Coordinate care among the healthcare team for optimal patient outcomes.
• Assess and manage the discharge planning process in collaboration with the team.
• Deliver individualized care by assessing physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and age-related needs.
• Delegate patient care tasks to nursing personnel based on their education and expertise.
• Participate in daily interdisciplinary rounds with input on patient conditions.
• Adhere to ANA Scope and Standards of Nursing Practice, Code of Ethics, and Social Policy Statement.
• Develop and update individualized care plans.
• Engage in professional development activities beyond direct patient care.

Qualifications:
• Labor and delivery experience required.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Associate's degree required; BSN preferred.
• Current RN license in Connecticut.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Two years of Medical-Surgical or Critical Care experience preferred.

St. Vincent's Medical Center, a Magnet-designated institution, is part of Hartford HealthCare, which includes 7 acute care hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of services across Connecticut. We are committed to providing compassionate care and support to our community. Founded in 1903, we invite you to become part of a team dedicated to healing and excellence where every moment counts.

St. Vincent's Medical Center is located at 2800 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06606.