RN - 19379368

Mercy Hospital of Folsom • Folsom, CA

19d

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse to provide high-quality care in a busy Family Birthing Center. The role provides patient care in a Labor and Delivery unit handling approximately 70–80 births per month. The unit includes 2 OBED beds, 7 LDRP beds, 4–8 overflow postpartum beds, 1 operating room suite for C-sections, and a 2-bed NICU for newborn stabilization.

The position is scheduled for night shifts consisting of 12-hour shifts, with 36 hours guaranteed per week. Nurses work 2 weekend shifts in each 4-week schedule and rotate holiday coverage with core staff; candidates are expected to work 2 of the 3 major holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's.

The unit has no CNAs, and one OB Tech is scheduled each shift. OB/GYN specialists are available on-site 24/7, while anesthesia is on-call and not always in-house. Respiratory therapy attends every delivery to provide respiratory support and manage necessary equipment. The position calls for teamwork, excellent communication, and patient-centered care.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience.
• Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• Advanced Fetal Monitoring certification.
• Comfort providing newborn resuscitation and caring for patients requiring special care, including twin deliveries.
• Experience with NRP at delivery; there is no in-house pediatric coverage.
• Commitment to teamwork, excellent communication, and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care during labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery.
• Monitor and assess mothers and newborns, following safety protocols and clinical guidelines.
• Administer medications, including titratable drips such as Pitocin and insulin.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
• Help maintain a clean and organized unit environment.
• Provide newborn resuscitation and care for patients requiring special care, including twin deliveries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed