RN - FMC OB Flex (.75 FTE, Nights)

The RN at EvergreenHealth in the FMC OB Flex role is responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing care to perinatal patients, which includes labor & delivery, antepartum, postpartum, and gynecologic care. The RN will assess patient needs, coordinate family education, and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to create effective care plans while promoting a supportive environment for both patients and their families.

To qualify for the RN - FMC OB Flex position at EvergreenHealth, candidates need to be licensed as a Registered Nurse in Washington and hold a Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) within five years of employment. Candidates should also have at least one year of Labor & Delivery experience, one year of Postpartum experience, and current Healthcare Provider BLS certification. Furthermore, NRP certification is required within four weeks of hire.

Self-scheduling for RNs at EvergreenHealth means that nurses have the flexibility to choose their own shifts, creating a better work-life balance. This option allows RNs to take control of their schedules to meet personal commitments while fulfilling their nursing duties in the FMC OB Flex role.

EvergreenHealth provides a robust benefits package including medical, vision, and dental insurance, retirement plans with employer contributions, tuition assistance, generous paid time off, and flexible spending accounts. They truly value their employees, offering various resources to help maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

EvergreenHealth encourages continuing education for RNs by offering tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees. The organization recognizes the importance of advanced nursing education in delivering high-quality care and provides resources and support for its staff's educational aspirations.

In answering this question, focus on specific examples from your previous roles that highlight your skills and experiences in Labor & Delivery. Discuss the types of cases you've handled, your roles in patient assessments, and how you contributed to positive delivery outcomes.

Emphasize your organizational skills and ability to quickly assess situations. Share strategies you use to prioritize tasks, such as identifying critical patient needs and effective communication with your team to ensure everyone is aligned on patient care goals.

When answering, highlight the importance of communication and interdisciplinary collaboration. Provide an example where you successfully managed both aspects, ensuring the needs of both the mother and newborn were met seamlessly.

Focus on your conflict resolution skills. Explain your approach to addressing conflicts professionally, using effective communication to reach a favorable outcome while maintaining team harmony and patient care quality.

Explain your philosophy on family involvement in patient care and specific methods you have used to educate families, such as using clear language, visual aids, or hands-on demonstrations to ensure they understand essential care elements.

Choose a specific case that illustrates your clinical decision-making, communication, and teamwork in handling the situation. Reflect on the outcomes and what you learned from the experience.

Discuss the professional development activities you engage in, such as attending workshops, participating in nursing associations, or regularly reading relevant literature to stay current on obstetric care standards and practices.

Illustrate your passion for nursing in this specialty by sharing personal motivations, experiences that have impacted you, and the fulfillment you receive from supporting families during pivotal moments in their lives.

Explain the critical components you check before discharge, such as understanding their recovery progress, addressing any ongoing concerns, and ensuring they feel confident in caring for themselves and their newborn at home.

Focus on qualities such as empathy, teamwork, and communication skills that are vital for RNs in maternal care. Support your answer with examples of how you’ve demonstrated these qualities in your nursing practice.