Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in labor and delivery, with a focus on providing high-quality care to both mothers and newborns. This position involves working collaboratively within a supportive environment to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 14 Labor & Delivery beds where patients remain in the same room.
• Operating Room Suites: 2 suites for C-Sections; RNs will circulate and recover patients.
• Triage Beds: 4 beds staffed by travelers.
• Birth Statistics: Approximately 90 births/month and 1200 births/year.
• Staffing Ratios: Follows AWHONN guidelines; 1:1 labor ratio unless pairing cervical ripening patients, 1:3 postpartum couplet care, and 1:3 triage care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to labor and delivery patients, including attendance at deliveries.
• Perform newborn assessments and care within the first hour of life.
• Triage patients and manage C-Section circulation and recovery.
• Administer medications and titrate IV drips as necessary, including Pitocin, magnesium, and insulin protocols.
• Collaborate with OB hospitalists, Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, and anesthesia staff available 24/7.
• Assist with postpartum couplet care and ensure smooth transitions to postpartum units.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current RN license and relevant nursing certifications (NPR, BLS, ACLS, STABLE).
• Minimum of 3 years of Labor & Delivery experience required.
• Mother-baby experience preferred (minimum of 1 year).
• Experience with magnesium administration is necessary.
• Charge nurse experience is preferred but not required.

Work Environment

• Resource and charge nurses do not take patient assignments but support unit operations and staffing needs.
• Nurse aides and surgical techs are present to support clinicians, with duties tailored to enhance patient care.
• Floating to other locations may be required, and notice will be given prior to shift start.
• Compliance and Epic assignments must be completed prior to the start of the role.

Orientation

• The new hire will undergo 4 shifts of unit-specific orientation, including training in C-Section, labor, and postpartum care.

Additional Information

• Travelers are encouraged to extend their assignments and return for future opportunities.
• A no-fingernail lacquer policy is enforced.
• Travelers will need to have their own transportation due to potential floating requirements.