L&D

Nights Description: Unit Notes:Trained in Labor and Delivery and can also circulate C-sections, care for post-partum. May also float to Med Surg. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy. .Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient s status.

Cancellation Policy: None

Charting System: EPIC

BSN Required: No

License to Submit: No

Trauma Level: Care Setting:Acute Division: Shift Notes: Required Certifications:ACLS, BLS Certification, NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

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