Location: Glens Falls,NY, USA
A Mother-Baby Registered Nurse (RN) is a healthcare professional who specializes in providing care for new mothers and their infants. The RN is responsible for assessing and monitoring the physical and emotional well-being of both mother and baby, and providing education and support to new families. Key Responsibilities: Assessing and monitoring the physical and emotional well-being of both mother and baby Administering medications and treatments as prescribed Assisting with the initiation of breastfeeding and providing support for ongoing breastfeeding Educating new mothers and families on infant care, feeding, and bonding Assisting with discharge planning and providing ongoing support and resources Maintaining accurate and detailed patient records Responding to emergency situations and resuscitating patients as needed Qualifications: Current state nursing license as a Registered Nurse (RN) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred At least 2 years of recent experience in a Mother-Baby unit Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively as part of a team Knowledge of healthcare technology and medical equipment Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Working in a Mother-Baby unit can be both challenging and rewarding. The RN must be able to provide compassionate and empathetic care to new mothers and their families during a very sensitive time in their lives. The RN must also be able to work in a fast-paced environment and respond quickly to changing patient needs. The role requires a strong commitment to patient-centered care and the ability to provide ongoing support and resources to families as they navigate the early days of parenthood. This is a not full time but contracted travel position.