L&D Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced L&D Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in a fast-paced Labor and Delivery unit. This position requires strong clinical skills and a commitment to providing exceptional care to mothers and newborns.

Shift Information

• Shift: Nights (7 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: Every third weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Every third holiday

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Labor and Delivery (L&D)
• Number of L&D Beds: 4
• Number of Postpartum Beds: 6
• Separate Triage Beds: Yes (1)
• C-sections performed in the OR: Yes
• Patient Ratios: 1:1 during induction, 1:2 for postpartum
• Common Diagnoses: Labor and Delivery, Postpartum, Hyperbilirubinemia, Preterm Labor, Triage

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in L&D and Medsurg/Peds
• ACLS, BLS Certification, and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) required
• Experience with critical access nursing preferred
• Ability to titrate drips, including Pitocin and cardiac sedation drugs

Role Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
• Monitor patient conditions and vital signs
• Provide support and education to patients and families
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Assist with troubleshooting respiratory therapy equipment as needed

Additional Information

• Expectations for communication, motivation, and approachability are essential for success on this unit
• Unit specifics may vary; flexibility in floating between Medsurg and Peds may be required based on patient volume
• One shift of unit-specific orientation is provided
• Scrub Color/Dress Code: No specific dress code; scrubs of any color allowed

If you have a passion for maternal and neonatal care and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of families.