Job Title: Registered Nurse – Maternal Child Health
Location: Ithaca, NY 14850
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Nights
Pay Rate: $60 – $62 per hour
Position Overview:
A well-regarded healthcare facility in Ithaca, NY is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join its Maternal Child Health Unit for a 13-week assignment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in postpartum care and a commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to mothers and newborns.
Provide direct patient care in the Maternal Child Health Unit, including postpartum and newborn care
Collaborate with unit leadership to ensure alignment with standards from AWONN, ACOG, AORN, and other governing bodies
Conduct observation, data collection, and assist in planning and implementing individualized care plans
Evaluate and document patient responses to treatment and adjust care as necessary
Address patients' physical, psychological, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs
License: Active Registered Nurse license in New York State
Education: Minimum Associate of Applied Science in Nursing
Certifications:
BLS – Required upon hire
ACLS, PALS, NRP – Must be obtained within 6 months of start
Experience: Minimum 2+ years RN experience; prior postpartum or maternal health experience preferred