Job Description: Magnet Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN OB/GYN for a travel nursing job in Lima, Ohio.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: OB/GYNDiscipline: RNStart Date: 12/23/2024Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type: Travel A Registered Nurse (RN) in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) provides specialized care to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum, as well as for gynecological conditions and procedures. This role involves direct patient care, support during labor and delivery, assisting with gynecological procedures, and educating patients on reproductive health. The RN in OB/GYN works as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure that women receive the highest quality care throughout their reproductive health journey, ensuring safety, comfort, and well-being.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n\n Prenatal and Postpartum Care:\n\nProvide care and support to pregnant patients during prenatal visits, assessing the physical and emotional needs of the mother and baby.\nMonitor fetal heart rate, maternal vital signs, and assess any potential complications during pregnancy, reporting changes to the physician or midwife.\nEducate patients on prenatal care, nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and labor and delivery preparation.\nSupport mothers during the postpartum period, monitoring physical recovery, managing pain, and assisting with breastfeeding support and infant care.\n\n\n\n Labor and Delivery Assistance:\n\nProvide care during labor and delivery, including monitoring the progress of labor, administering medications (e.g., pain management, IV fluids), and offering emotional support to the patient.\nMonitor fetal heart tones, maternal vital signs, and contractions, and intervene if any complications arise during labor or delivery.\nAssist with deliveries, including vaginal births and cesarean sections, under the guidance of physicians or midwives.\nProvide immediate post-delivery care for both the mother and newborn, including assessments, initiating breastfeeding, and ensuring both are stable and comfortable.\n\n\n\n Gynecological Care and Procedures:\n\nAssist in gynecological exams, including pap smears, biopsies, and other diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient comfort and privacy.\nAdminister medications and treatments as prescribed for gynecological conditions such as infections, menstrual disorders, and reproductive health issues.\nEducate patients on contraception options, reproductive health issues, and preventive care, such as screenings and exams.\n\n\n\n Patient Education:\n\nEducate patients on reproductive health, including pregnancy, labor, delivery, contraception, and gynecological health.\nProvide emotional and psychological support, addressing concerns and providing resources for coping with issues such as infertility, miscarriage, or high-risk pregnancies.\nOffer guidance on self-care, newborn care, and the importance of follow-up appointments for ongoing health maintenance.\n\n\n\n Collaboration with Healthcare Team:\n\nCollaborate with obstetricians, gynecologists, midwives, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated and comprehensive care for patients.\nCommunicate effectively with patients, families, and team members, ensuring all aspects of the patient’s care are addressed.\nParticipate in team discussions and care planning, contributing insights into patient progress and outcomes.\n\n\n\n Monitoring and Documentation:\n\nMaintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, care plans, medications, and any changes in condition.\nEnsure that records are up to date, compliant with hospital policies, and adhere to privacy and confidentiality standards.\nMonitor patient progress throughout the labor process, document all events, and provide reports to the attending physician or midwife.\n\n\n\n Infection Control and Safety:\n\nAdhere to infection control protocols to ensure patient and staff safety during gynecological and obstetrical procedures.\nMonitor patients for signs of infection, complications, or hemorrhage, particularly following delivery or surgery.\nFollow safety protocols for administering medications, blood products, and managing medical equipment in the OB/GYN unit.\n\n\n\n Emergency Care and Interventions:\n\nProvide immediate care in emergency situations, such as postpartum hemorrhage, fetal distress, or complications during labor.\nRespond to obstetrical emergencies (e.g., eclampsia, preeclampsia) and gynecological emergencies (e.g., ectopic pregnancy) as needed.\nAssist with resuscitation efforts, managing medical crises, and supporting families during emergencies.\n\n\n Magnet Medical Job ID 29797600. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:OB/GYN,19:00:00-07:00:00