Registered Nurse (RN) – Labor and Delivery

Position Overview

This position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in Labor and Delivery, responsible for providing exceptional care to obstetric patients. You will be part of a highly engaged and motivated team dedicated to delivering the highest quality of care in a supportive environment.

Unit Information

• Location: City, State
• Number of Beds: 12 Labor Delivery Recovery (LDR) beds, 5 Ante Partum beds, 4 OB Emergency Department (OBED) beds, 3 Operating Room (OR) rooms
• Staffing: 72 total staff including nursing, Certified Surgical Technologists (CST), and schedulers
• Patient Ratios: 1:2 and 1:1 based on transitions and acuity
• Type of Equipment: Alaris Pumps, CADD epidural pumps
• EMR: CPN and Meditech
• Permanency: Permanent positions available on the unit

Typical Hiring Profile

Qualifications

• Must-have Qualifications:
  • Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
  • At least 2 years of experience in High Risk Obstetrics (OB)
  • Nurses with a minimum of 3 years of experience in High Risk OB
  • Current certification in Advanced Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM)/AWHONN Intermediate EFM
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with High Risk OB including Massive Transfusion protocols
  • Familiarity with Placenta Accreta Spectrum Disorders (PASD)

Typical Procedures

• C-sections
• Spontaneous Vaginal Deliveries (SVD)
• Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
• Dilation and Evacuation (D&E)
• Twin deliveries with SVD and C-section
• Scheduled and non-scheduled emergent Cesarean Hysterectomies
• Massive Transfusions

Unit Culture and Personality Fit

The ideal candidate will possess a highly engaged, motivated, and positive outlook. Strong interpersonal skills are essential as teamwork and collaboration are a priority within the unit.

Dress Code

Staff are required to wear sky blue scrubs.

Recognition and Awards

• Accredited by the Joint Commission in Women’s Services
• Designated as a Maternal Level III and Neonatal Level II facility, with aspirations for advanced designations

Additional Information

• Self-scheduling among team members
• A supportive and engaged management team that actively rounds on night and weekend staff
• A balanced mix of experienced staff and newer team members
• Physicians maintain excellent relationships with nursing staff, fostering a collaborative environment

We invite you to apply and join a dynamic team delivering exceptional care to obstetric patients in a thriving and supportive environment.