RN Labor and Delivery FT Nights

Kindred Healthcare•Watertown, WI

1h•Onsite

About The Position

Watertown Regional Medical Center is seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse (RN) to join their Labor and Delivery team. This position involves providing comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Women's Services unit, including obstetrics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and neonatal care. The RN will utilize the nursing process to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety in accordance with hospital policies and nursing standards. The hospital is an acute-care facility in southeastern Wisconsin known for its high-quality care and numerous accreditations.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
Current state RN license or compact state equivalent required
Basic Life Support (BLS) as required per facility policy
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) as required per facility policy
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) as required per facility policy
Fetal Monitoring Certification as required per facility policy
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) as required per facility policy
Strong clinical knowledge in obstetric and neonatal care
Ability to work in high-stress, fast-paced environments
Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) and fetal monitoring systems
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient and family interactions
Ability to prioritize tasks and respond quickly to emergencies
Knowledge of infection control practices and safety protocols
Demonstrates professionalism, empathy, and patient-centered care

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Minimum of six (6) months of obstetrical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care in the obstetrics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and nursery units.
Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized care plans for mothers and infants.
Monitors fetal heart tones, vital signs, and patient status throughout labor and postpartum.
Administers medications, performs procedures, and assists physicians with exams and deliveries.
Educates patients and families on postpartum care, infant care, breastfeeding, and discharge instructions.
Documents all assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and promptly.
Participates in emergency response situations, including neonatal resuscitation and postpartum hemorrhage.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and facilitate discharge planning.
Maintains a safe and clean environment in compliance with infection control standards.
Participates in staff training, competency assessments, and quality improvement initiatives.