The Women's Health nurse is a Registered Nurse who is responsible for the professional nursing care of all assigned patients in accordance with the established standards of care and within the scope of the current Nurse Practice Act. The RN is responsible for maintaining the patient's medical record, paper and/or electronic, as well as the proper documentation of nursing observation and actions taken. The RN plans, delegates, and coordinates the nursing care provided to the patient. Utilizing the nursing process and using evidenced-based practice, the RN is responsible for maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment, maintaining the patient's dignity and privacy at all times. This position requires a sound knowledge of all aspects of nursing care for antepartum, postpartum, and pediatric patients.

Qualifications Include

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and current licensure as a registered nurse by the Mississippi State Board of Nursing.
• Current knowledge and skills appropriate to the age and type of patient population served
• Participation in continuing educational programs on neonatal nursing
• Current Basic Life Support Certification (CPR)
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)