OB Assistant - LDRPN - PRN
Company: Christus Health
Location: Espanola
Posted on: March 12, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summary:An integral member of the obstetrical team
who assists the staff in the care of the obstetrical patient by
performing delegated tasks to provide basic nursing care to
patients and support for surgeons throughout operative
procedures.Responsibilities:Identifies safety needs of the patient
in Labor and Delivery. Identifies and reports breaks in sterile
technique. Introduces self and explains role as a member of the
surgical team. Plans patient care in Labor and Delivery with other
members of the surgical team utilizing the surgeon's preference
card. Identifies immediate and long-term consequences of surgical
intervention. Understands the legal ramifications of surgical
intervention. Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
Demonstrates integrity in technical and aseptic practice. Adheres
to established policy based on AORN Standards of Care. Prepares and
knows the specific use of all equipment and supplies used for the
surgical procedure. Differentiates sterilization methods for
equipment and instruments necessary for specific surgical
procedures. Maintains accurate count of sponges, needles and
instruments at all times. Obtains necessary equipment and supplies
according to the surgeons preference card prior to the case
starting. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon in order to expedite
the procedure. Identifies and is familiar with anatomy and
physiology. Participates effectively in identification of unsafe
patient care practices and assumes responsibility for intervention.
Obtains medications from RN as verbally ordered by the surgeon and
verifies order with physician. Clarifies any uncertainties
regarding surgical plan of care. Displays dexterity in the use of
surgical instruments and knowledge of the step by step procedures
in specific surgical case. Demonstrates initiative in learning new
surgical procedures and equipment relating to L&D and the
surgical patient. Demonstrates self evaluation skills and takes
responsibility to seek supervision and guidance as appropriately
needed. Offers help and responds willingly to requests for
assistance from coworkers, nurses and management. Keeps staff and
management informed of procedure changes affecting the L&D
schedule. Reports pertinent information to the appropriate person.
Makes frequent rounds on patients to assure safety and comfort.
Anticipates work load to assure that routines and supplies are
maintained to expedite patient care. Carries out procedures
according to standards. Reports malfunctioning equipment and
disturbing incidents that occur in patient rooms and on the unit.
Charges supplies appropriately, prevents waste of supplies. Cleans
specified equipment and areas as assigned. Removes trash and used
equipment. Maintains patient records and charts to ensure an
accurate record of the patient's medical treatment including
temperature, blood pressure, weight, respiration and pulse.
Provides personal care assistance to patients, including bathing,
dressing, eating, bedpans and transportation. Maintains
confidentiality of patient and unit care data. Participates in
educational programs and in-service meetings. Orders supplies and
equipment as delegated by Nurse Manager.Requirements:Education:High
school diploma or equivalent.Experience:One year Nursing Assistant
experience preferred and/or completion of Nursing Assistant course
within one year. Two years hospital experience preferred.
Completion of competency based skills checklist.Certifications,
Registrations, or Licenses:BLS certification required.Work
Schedule:MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLEWork Type:Per Diem As Needed
Keywords: Christus Health, Rio Rancho , OB Assistant - LDRPN - PRN, Healthcare , Espanola, New Mexico
