Registered Nurse (RN) – Labor & Delivery

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Labor & Delivery to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in high-risk labor and delivery, and be able to provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive antepartum care, including NST, OCT, reflex checks, edema assessment, clonus, and sterile vaginal exams.
• Monitor patient care for various high-risk conditions such as malpresentations, multiple gestations, placenta previa, preeclampsia, and premature rupture of membranes.
• Deliver emergency care in cases of infant or neonatal arrest.
• Utilize effective fetal monitoring techniques, including recognition and treatment of abnormal fetal heart rate patterns, external/internal fetal monitoring, and IUPC placement and calibration.
• Administer IV therapy, including starting and maintaining IVs, and managing blood and blood product administration.
• Administer various medications, including anticoagulants, antihypertensives, antiseizure medications, insulin drips, magnesium sulfate, and Pitocin.
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and circulate for C-sections, managing complications such as hemorrhage and shock.
• Provide neonatal care, including APGAR scoring, resuscitation, and thermoregulation.
• Implement pain management strategies, including epidurals and IV PCA.
• Oversee postpartum care, focusing on breastfeeding support, monitoring fundus/lochia/perineum, and addressing postpartum hemorrhage and hypertension.
• Ensure adherence to isolation precautions and vaccine administration protocols as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of high-risk Labor & Delivery experience required.
• Required certifications: BLS, NRP, AWHONN Intermediate.
• Preferred certifications: ACLS.
• Experience in facilities with high-volume births (greater than 300/month) is preferred.
• Familiarity with Epic documentation is preferred.
• Ability to work with a variety of patient diagnoses, including asthma, cardiac disease, and substance abuse disorders.

Work Environment

• Patient-to-nurse ratio: 1:2.
• Shifts: 12-hour days; flexible scheduling options available (36 or 48 hours/week).
• Must be available to float to Mother/Baby care as needed.
• Weekend requirement: Every third weekend.
• Orientation: 24-hour orientation program provided.

Additional Information

Contract staff may be required to manage patients during emergencies, including potential reassignment to various units as necessary. Comprehensive support services are available, including in-house coverage from hospitalists and anesthesiologists.

If you are a passionate and skilled Registered Nurse committed to providing high-quality care in Labor & Delivery, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team.