At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

• Mary Immaculate Hospital - Newport News, VA

• Full Time/36 Hours Per Week/Night Shift

• $20,000 Sign On Bonus (for RNs with at least 1 year of experience)

• Professional Nurse Advancement Program available!*

* Bon Secours Virginia believes strongly in the professional advancement of the clinical Registered Nurse. The professional role of the nurse not only includes clinical practice but also leadership, autonomy, education, research, consultation, and collaboration. The Professional Nurse Advancement Program (PNAP), based on Benner’s Novice to Expert Model (Benner, 1984), offers levels of practice through a clinical ladder that includes up to a 6% compensation increase based on eligibility requirements.

About Bon Secours

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

About Mary Immaculate Hospital

In 1952, Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital (MIH) opened its doors to provide exceptional medical care in the only faith-based hospital on the Peninsula. Since then, our mission has evolved and grown, but we have kept our focus on providing the highest quality care through innovative procedures delivered by highly skilled and caring health care professionals.

The 125-bed hospital is also a 5-star CMS rated facility and was awarded a Patient Safety Grade “A” Designation from The Leapfrog Group. As an ANCC Magnet designated facility, MIH is committed to an environment where nurses can flourish. A Joint Commission Certified Joint Center & Stroke Center, MIH is also home to an award-winning orthopedic program and has earned Blue Distinction in Bariatrics as a Center of Excellence.

Registered Nurse (RN) – Obstetrics (OB) – [insert hospital name]

Job Summary:

The Obstetrics (OB) Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by:

• Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status

• Determining the priority of the patient’s problems and needs

• Implementing clinical nursing interventions to acute, critical patients that require intensive medical care

• Developing and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes

• Ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team

• Addresses the care provided to healthcare consumers in the context of woman-, newborn-, and family- centered care; and includes those who do not self-identify as women, or exclusively as women, as well as all people parenting newborns

• Provides episodic (outpatient) and inpatient (at designated units) Obstetrical/Women's Health nursing care where applicable

• Applies the nursing process in the care of women during pregnancy, birth, postpartum, gynecological, and other women's health issues and the neonate from birth until discharge with differing gestational ages, diagnoses, and complications

• Delivers care to women of all ages requiring triage, prioritization, assessment, education, stabilization, resuscitation, and emergency management

• Administer medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and the organization’s policies and procedures

• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Associates degree or Bachelors degree in Nursing

Certifications:

• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association

• Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification - National Certification Corporation (preferred if interpreting fetal monitoring)

• NPR Neonatal Resuscitation Program (required within 6 months of hire)

Experience:

• One (1) year of professional experience practicing as a Registered Nurse (RN)

• Recent OB, ED or Critical Care experience (preferred, not required)

Training:

• EPIC Electronic Health Record training (preferred, not required)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

May be required to use physical restraints

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*

May have periods of constant interruptions

*Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions use personal protective equipment and devices and learn the policies concerning infection control

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.): 34-66%

Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.): 34-66%

Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.):34-66%

Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.): 34-66%

Stoop/Kneel: 1-33%

Crawling: 1-33%

Climbing: 1-33%

Balance: 1-33%

Bending: 1-33%

Sitting: 34-66%

Walking: 34-66%

Standing: 34-66%

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Maneuver weight of patients

Hear alarms/telephone

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity-far

Acuity-near

Depth perception

Use of Latex Products

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to xray/electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the departmental policies and procedures.

Neonates(0-4 weeks )

Infant(1-12 months)

Pediatrics(1-12 years)

Adolescents(13-17 years)

Adults(18-64 years )

Geriatrics(65 years and older )

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com