RN - 19439962
About The Position
The Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) provides care in a fast-paced environment, supporting patients before, during, and after childbirth. The RN works as part of a team to maintain optimal care standards and follow established protocols. The unit has 15 beds (7 L&D and 8 postpartum), one operating room suite for C-sections, and an average of 58 births per month. Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:1 for titrated drips and 1:3 for couplet care. The position involves rotating day and night shifts of 12 hours, with a guaranteed 48 hours per week. Nurses work every other weekend and every other holiday and may float to Medsurg and the ER as needed. Three shifts of department-specific orientation are provided. Scrubs are provided in maroon. Candidates must be flexible and willing to adapt to change. All time-off requests must be submitted upfront; additional requests will not be approved.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience.
- BLS Certification.
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring certification.
- Ability to read and interpret fetal strips.
- Strong critical thinking skills and effective communication abilities.
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt to change.
Nice To Haves
- ACLS certification.
- NRP certification.
- STABLE certification.
- Experience in a critical care or high-acuity environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform patient assessments and interpret fetal monitoring strips.
- Titrate medications as required, including pitocin, insulin, and magnesium drips.
- Provide couplet care for mother and newborn.
- Participate in quality metrics and improve patient care outcomes.
- Adapt to changing patient needs and float to other units as needed.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care.
Benefits
- Scrubs provided.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
