Registered Nurse Non-Stress Test - Perinatal Center - FT Days

Grady Health System offers many career paths for experienced professionals. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages of your career, you can find a rewarding career at Grady!

The Perinatal Center Non-Stress Testing Registered Nurse is responsible for the assessment, monitoring, and care of pregnant patients undergoing fetal surveillance in the form of non-stress testing. This nurse collaborates with the obstetric care team to ensure safe, high-quality care while maintaining a calm and supportive environment for expectant mothers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and interpret Non-Stress Tests (NST) to evaluate fetal well-being.
• Monitor maternal and fetal vital signs, documenting findings accurately and timely.
• Assess fetal movement, heart rate patterns, and uterine activity, escalating abnormal findings to the provider.
• Educate patients and families on NST procedures and results.
• Maintain and troubleshoot fetal monitoring equipment.
• Assist with additional antepartum testing or care as needed.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients during testing.
• Document all care provided in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Uphold patient privacy and confidentiality in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing is required.
• One (1) or more years Registered Nurse job related experience required.
• Georgia License as a Registered Professional Nurse is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Labor/Delivery experience preferred.
• ACLS Certification required for all the following areas. New Graduates must obtain within 90 days of employment:

* All Critical Care

* Emergency Care Center (ECC)

* GI/Cath Laboratory

* Labor & Delivery

* All Intermediate Care

* Post Acute Care Unit (PACU)