What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postpardum Nurse Travel job in Wichita, KS position at Gifted Healthcare?
The GIFTED Healthcare Experience
GIFTED Healthcare is an award-winning travel nursing agency that offers nursing contracts at premier healthcare facilities across the United States. GIFTED Healthcare believes in the power one person has to make a difference in a patient’s care, inspiring GIFTED’s mission to help nurses thrive and advance their careers by providing exceptional job opportunities, day one benefits, and 24/7 support.
Join GIFTED and enjoy memorable experiences at and away from the bedside while advancing your career on your terms!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Postpardum RNs are responsible for both the mother and the baby’s physical and emotional needs post-birth until discharge. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Monitor vital signs of mother and baby following a birth, checking for signs of common postpartum complications
- Administer vaccinations and routine tests on newborn
- Clean, weigh, and dress newborns
- Educate new parents on how to care for their newborn, including functional breastfeeding schedules, before discharge
