RN - 19479207
About The Position
The Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) joins the Family Birthing Center and provides compassionate, professional nursing care to patients during labor, delivery, and the postpartum period. The unit includes 19 postpartum beds, 12 labor and delivery beds, two operating rooms, and one PACU. Patient ratios range from 1:4 to 1:1, following California state ratios. The unit uses Cerner and Fetal Link for surveillance. This is a night-shift role with 12-hour shifts and 36 guaranteed hours per week. The nurse works three weekend shifts in a four-week schedule, including Saturday/Sunday days and Friday/Saturday nights, and participates in the permanent staff holiday rotation. The nurse may also float to Pediatrics when required, caring for couplets as appropriate. The successful candidate completes a structured orientation of three shifts if able to circulate, or two orientation shifts otherwise. Dysrhythmia testing is a pass/fail assessment conducted onsite on the first day. The role works closely with a laborist who is present 24/7, with respiratory therapy and pharmacy services available around the clock. Peak activity periods occur in July and October.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in Labor and Delivery nursing.
- Current BLS certification.
- Current ACLS certification.
- Current Advanced Fetal Monitoring certification.
- Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification.
- COVID vaccination certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care during labor and delivery.
- Monitor the health and progress of both the mother and baby.
- Assist with emergency procedures as needed.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Communicate effectively with patients and their families.
- Administer medications and interventions as prescribed.
- Float to Pediatrics when required and care for couplets as appropriate.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
