Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Description

This position requires a dynamic and experienced Registered Nurse specializing in Labor and Delivery. Candidates must bring a minimum of two years of experience in a hospital setting and hold an active nursing license in Kentucky or a compact state upon application.

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 7 Labor & Delivery, 14 Mother-Baby, Level 2 NICU/ Newborn Nursery
• Number of Staff: 58
• Day Shift Staff: 6-8 RNs, 1 OB Tech, 1 Unit Clerk
• Night Shift Staff: 5-8 RNs, 1 OB Tech, 1 Unit Clerk
• Patient Ratios:
  • L&D: 2:1
  • Mother-Baby: 6-8:1
  • NICU: 1-4:1 (depending on acuity)
• Type of Equipment: Alaris pumps, Corometrics 250 series Fetal Monitor, Monica monitor, Ranger fluid warmer
• EMR System: Meditech Expanse and Centricity Perinatal (CPN)

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Labor and Delivery
• Ability to circulate for cesarean sections

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 or more years of Labor and Delivery experience

Typical Procedures Performed

• Vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections
• Induction of labor (using Cook catheter, Cervidil, oxytocin)
• Intrauterine fetal demise (IUFD) management
• IV insertion and laboratory draws
• Sterile vaginal exams
• Assistance with epidurals and foley catheter placements

Best Personality Fit

The ideal candidate will be a team player, demonstrating strong collaborative skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Required Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• AWHONN certification (Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses)

Dress Code

Scrubs provided for infant security.

Schedule Requirements

Every other weekend (Friday and Saturday night) is expected.