Labor and Delivery Part-Time Lead Resource Nurse 7p-7a

Under the general supervision of the Labor and Delivery Nurse Manager, the Lead Resource Nurse serves as an experienced clinician and leader who demonstrates strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and collaborative practice. The Lead Resource Nurse provides oversight of the Resource Nurse role and supports daily unit operations to ensure safe, efficient, and patient‑centered care.EducationAssociate degree from an accredited School of Nursing required; Bachelor’s degree required within 3 years of start date.Experience5 years current Charge Nurse Experience7 years Labor and Delivery Experience3 years of Triage and Antepartum ExperiencePrevious leadership experience preferredLicensure & CertificationCurrent registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Registered NurseHealthcare Provider CPR and NRPCurrent certification in Inpatient Obstetrics or Fetal MonitoringSkillsProficient in labor and delivery clinical skills including, but not limited to, fetal monitoring assessment, IV and phlebotomy, familiar with hospital and unit policiesProficiency in developing nursing plan of care, implementing effective nursing care, and evaluating outcome of nursing interventionExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsEffective planning and organizational skills in order to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneouslyProven ability to be flexible, adapt to changing conditions, and prioritize patient care and unit needs.Strong analytical skills to identify and develop solutions to administrative, operational, and patient care problemsEffective skills in use of computer programsAdvanced skill in managing operational flow and unit activities for the overall benefit and smooth operation of the unitDemonstrates skill in patient experience and service recoverySkill in allocating nursing and support resources to provide smooth and efficient, high-quality care to patients assigned to unitAble to delegate assignments and provide direction to nursing personnelDemonstrated ability to coach, mentor, develop, and issue corrective action to staff as appropriate with guidance from a Clinical Nurse ManagerAbility to complete performance management processAbility to perform in Charge, Triage, Antepartum, or Resource role as neededPrincipal Duties And ResponsibilitiesUtilization of Nursing ProcessAssessment.Compiles database and formulates nursing diagnosis.Utilizes physical assessment and interviewing techniques.Anticipates need for intervention by other disciplines.Determines priorities for patient care needs or problems.Reassesses the patient as indicated by changes in condition and/ or response to treatment(s)Planning.Initiates and updates a written nursing plan of care for patients by incorporating scientific and psychosocial principles that support the nursing diagnosis.Incorporates information obtained from nursing care planning conferences into written nursing plan of care.Coordinates patient, family, significant other, and health team members in the planning of hospital and post-discharge care.ImplementationPerforms clinical nursing skills independently.Administers medications, IV therapy and treatments appropriately and accurately.Initiates appropriate emergency procedures as necessary.Appropriately delegates and coordinates the duties of ancillary personnel.Communicates the patient's status and plan of care through written documentation in the patient's medical record.Verbally communicates the patient's status to physicians, nurses and other health care professionals.Communicates in a therapeutic manner with the patient, family and visitors.Applies teaching/learning principles in education of patient and family.Patient Care CoordinationManage daily patient assignment by appropriately setting priorities.Delegates responsibility appropriately and monitors the nursing care delivered to patients by ancillary personnel.Coordinates patient activities with other disciplines.Teaching and Quality ImprovementParticipates in 1 or more unit-based committees.Participates in clinical monitoring at the unit level.Maintains open and frequent communication with other members of the Labor and Delivery leadership team and escalates concerns appropriately.Assist the Charge Nurse to proactively address staff, patient, and family concerns in a timely manner, coordinating appropriate services and resources to resolve issues effectively while ensuring follow‑up communication and service recovery when necessary.Contributes to workflow improvements and assists with data analysis.Develops, documents and implements Patient Teaching and Discharge Planning Record.LeadershipProvides leadership and oversight for scheduling and operational practice of the Resource Nurse role, working collaboratively with the Clinical Unit Manager to ensure consistency, effectiveness, and appropriate staffing coverage.Contributes to the development, refinement, and standardization of the Resource Nurse role across the unit.Serves as the shift resource for policy interpretation and decision‑making, while monitoring and reviewing the work performance of assigned shift staff.Supports and reinforces a positive, engaged, and collaborative unit culture by modeling professional behavior and promoting team cohesion.Provides mentorship and support to staff, promoting skill development, professional growth, and ongoing engagement in their practice.Professional Excellence ModelThe Lead Resource Nurse will participate in Leadership and Professional development as well as lead unit based Shared Governance.Other Leadership Opportunities IncludeAdministrative ResponsibilitiesPayroll, Time and AttendanceSchedulingCorrective Actions under Manager supervisionProductivity/Patient flowComplete and administer performance evaluationsTracking of employee position requirements and ensures that employee file is completeInterview Process/Share time/Evaluation of candidateEducation and Practice ResponsibilitiesOversee orientations, competency management and in-servicesPrecept, coach and mentor staffFacilitator for the new grad residencyCompetency ValidatorOversee inservice, education and new equipment implementationAHA instructor, ACLS, PALS, NRPPolicy development and educationLead EBP processes on the unitQuality and Safety ResponsibilitiesRLDatixACA/RCAEquipment and supply recallsEmployee incident analysisPI/LEANLMSAuditsHCAHPS and Patient ExperienceMock Tracers and Joint Commission ReadinessGBMC ValuesValue DescriptionRespectI will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacyListens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilitiesExcellenceI will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.Meets and/or exceeds customer expectationsActively pursues learning and self-developmentPays attention to detail; follows throughAccountabilityI will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.Sets a positive, professional example for othersTakes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve themAppropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job dutiesReports to work regularly and on timeTeamworkI will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the teamAddresses and resolves conflict in a positive waySeeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutionsAcknowledges and celebrates the contribution of othersEthical BehaviorI will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgmentRespects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkersResultsI will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.Embraces change and improvement in the work environmentContinuously seeks to improve the quality of products/servicesDisplays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstaclesAchieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficientlyPay Range$35.32 - $60.60Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.Equal Employment OpportunityGBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.