Clinical Nurse RN - Per Diem Level II Labor & Delivery Nights
Howard University Hospital Washington DC
Role Summary
The Clinical Nurse - Per Diem RN is a Registered Nurse reporting to the Clinical Nursing Administrator and embedded in the Howard University Hospital Labor & Delivery unit - part of a comprehensive Women and Infant Services program serving the Washington DC metro area. Through collaboration with the interdisciplinary team you will deliver safe effective patient- and family-centered care to antepartum intrapartum and immediate postpartum patients. You will exemplify HUH's CARES values adhere to ANA standards of practice and fulfill our nursing mission and vision.
What You'll Do
Perform rapid comprehensive assessments and develop individualized plans of care for antepartum intrapartum and immediate postpartum patients across the full spectrum of acuity
Monitor and interpret electronic fetal monitoring EFM strips using NICHD terminology communicate nonreassuring findings and escalate via SBAR and chain of command as indicated
Initiate manage and titrate oxytocin inductions and augmentations per protocol recognize and respond to uterine tachysystole and fetal heart rate abnormalities
Provide skilled intrapartum nursing support through all stages of labor assist with vaginal operative vaginal and cesarean deliveries function as scrub or circulating nurse in the OR as required
Administer magnesium sulfate corticosteroids antihypertensives and other high-risk obstetric medications safely per protocol
Provide immediate newborn stabilization at delivery and initiate neonatal resuscitation per NRP guidelines pending NICU response
Assess and manage postpartum hemorrhage PPH including uterine massage fundal assessment quantitative blood loss QBL measurement and hemorrhage bundle activation
Recognize and escalate obstetric emergencies including shoulder dystocia cord prolapse uterine rupture amniotic fluid embolism and maternal sepsis participate in emergency drills and debriefs
Establish rapport with patients and families under high-stress conditions providing emotional psychological and spiritual support throughout the L&D experience support skin-to-skin contact and early breastfeeding initiation
Document patient care assessments and outcomes accurately in the electronic health record communicate irregularities and continuing care needs across nursing teams
Delegate tasks appropriately to non-licensed personnel and assistants
Adhere to infection control protocols medication administration and storage procedures and controlled substance regulations
Participate in unit performance improvement programs and engage in education engagement and practice committees
Maintain and grow clinical knowledge through educational workshops professional publications and professional societies
Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the scope of this role
Required Qualifications
Associate Degree in Nursing ADN required Bachelor of Science in Nursing BSN preferred
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Minimum three 3 years of bedside RN experience in a Labor & Delivery setting
Current active RN license in the District of Columbia
Current BLS and ACLS certification through the American Heart Association AHA required
Neonatal Resuscitation Program NRP certification through the American Academy of Pediatrics AAP required
Fetal Heart Monitoring certification required AWHONN Intermediate or Advanced
Nationally recognized nursing certification in obstetric nursing e.g. RNC-OB highly desirable
About Howard University Hospital
With over 150 years of caring for our community in the Washington DC area Howard University Hospital has a world-renowned reputation for high-quality patient-centric care. As the nation's only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black University we offer a superior learning environment built on groundbreaking research and exceptional patient outcomes.
What We Offer
Highly competitive per diem compensation
Flexible scheduling within defined per diem commitment
Professional practice environment grounded in the HUH CARES values
Opportunities to contribute to a respected academic and clinical institution
Please note Per Diem positions are not benefits-eligible and do not accrue PTO. Employees may be eligible for compensation under the DC Accrued Sick and Safe Leave Act ASSLA.
Position Details
Position Type
Per Diem - Level II Commitment
Department
Labor & Delivery
Shift
Nights 7:30 PM - 8:00 AM
Schedule
Two 2 12-hour shifts per week set in four 4 week cycles
Weekend Requirement
Two weekends per month 24 hours/month
Holiday Requirement
Every other major holiday required New Year's Thanksgiving Christmas - beginning the night before. Additional coverage expected for Easter Memorial Day Independence Day and Labor Day
Pay & Schedule
This is a per diem non-exempt position. Hourly rate is 61.00/hour.
Compliance Statements
Culture of Care Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture that promotes accountability learning and patient safety.
Equal Opportunity Employer Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other status protected by applicable law.
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