RN - 19479609
About The Position
The LDRP Registered Nurse provides care in a dynamic Labor & Delivery environment focused on obstetric and neonatal patients. The role requires adaptability, critical thinking, effective communication, and adherence to quality metrics. The unit has 15 beds: 7 Labor & Delivery beds and 8 postpartum beds, with one operating room suite for C-sections. It handles approximately 58 births per month. Common diagnoses include hypertension, gestational diabetes mellitus, and other obstetric conditions. The nurse works day/night rotating 12-hour shifts, with 48 guaranteed hours per week. Patient ratios are 1:1 for patients receiving Pitocin, magnesium, or insulin drips and 1:3 for couplet care. The unit is locked and has support staff, including CNAs who assist with patient care, vital signs, and administrative duties. RNs may be required to float to Med-Surg and ER units as needed. The posting states that the role does not involve direct clinical engagement with patients.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse qualification for the LDRP role.
- Two years of experience.
- BLS certification.
- Ability to read and interpret fetal strips.
- Experience with critical thinking and adherence to quality metrics.
- Competence in titrating Pitocin, insulin, and magnesium drips.
Nice To Haves
- ACLS certification.
- NRP certification.
- STABLE certification.
- Previous travel experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide care for obstetric and neonatal patients.
- Follow quality metrics and use critical thinking in patient-care settings.
- Titrate drips, including Pitocin, insulin, and magnesium.
- Float to Med-Surg and ER units as needed.
- Communicate effectively and adapt to change.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
