Head Nurse - Obstetrics Job Description
The following is a full job description for Head Nurse - Obstetrics. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Head Nurse - Obstetrics along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Head Nurse - Obstetrics is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Head Nurse - Obstetrics, Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics, Head Nurse - Industrial, Head Nurse, Head Nurse - Oncology, Head Nurse - Pediatrics, Head Nurse - Psychiatric, Head Nurse - CCU, Head Nurse - Infection Control, Head Nurse - Operating Room
Requirements and Responsibilities For Head Nurse - Obstetrics
Directs nursing service activities for assigned patients in the delivery room and birthing units. Delegates responsibilities to auxiliary and obstetrics staff nurses; supervises preparation and maintenance of obstetrics patient clinical records, and writes reports on obstetrics room staff performance and services rendered. Maintains pre-set inventory standards for solutions, supplies, medicines and equipment, and keeps track of narcotics. Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.
 
Also referred to as: Nurse Manager - Obstetrics, Obstetrics Supervising Nurse, Obstetrics Unit Nurse Leader
Similar Jobs:  Head Nurse - Obstetrics, Staff Nurse - RN - Obstetrics, Head Nurse - Industrial, Head Nurse, Head Nurse - Oncology, Head Nurse - Pediatrics, Head Nurse - Psychiatric, Head Nurse - CCU, Head Nurse - Infection Control, Head Nurse - Operating Room
Level of Education:  Head Nurse - Obstetrics Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Head Nurse - Obstetrics Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Head Nurse - Obstetrics Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
Industries:  Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare
Job Statistics
Years of Experience Education Level
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No diplomaHigh SchoolAssociate's/CertificateBachelor'sMaster'sDoctorate
Company Size Industry
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HealthcareEdu., Gov't. & Nonprofit0%20%40%60%80%100%
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