Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery - F/T Nights - $15,000 Retention Agreement
About The Position
We are recruiting for a mission-driven Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery - F/T Nights - $15,000 Retention Agreement to join our team! At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. The Labor and Delivery (L&D) department is one of three units, alongside the Obstetrics Emergency Department (OBED) and Obstetrics Special Care Unit (OBSCU). L&D is a 15-bed unit dedicated to caring for both low- and high-risk mothers. It supports both medicated and unmedicated birth options, with nursing staff skilled in diverse labor support techniques. The unit is also equipped with three operating rooms and five Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) bays. The unit staffing mix includes nursing, OB scrub techs, residents, Certified Nurse Midwives, Doulas and OBGYN’s. The OBSR is an eight-bed urgent care unit where we triage expectant moms who are 14 or more weeks pregnant and need urgent care or observation. The OBSR is open 24/7 and is staffed by certified nurse midwives and registered nurses who work closely with OB/GYN physicians to provide the best care possible. OBSR nurses also care for patients up to six-weeks post-partum. The OBSCU is a three-six bed high risk antepartum unit where care is provided for pregnant patients or postpartum patients having obstetric related health concerns. Patients requiring close monitoring until stable for discharge home, or transfer to Labor & Delivery for higher level of care receive their care here. Qualified candidates are eligible for a $15,000 retention bonus as part of our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Eligibility includes Registered Nurses with at least one year of Labor & Delivery experience, or three or more years of inpatient nursing experience.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree Required
- One year experience in a direct patient care setting preferred
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required
- RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required within 6 months
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required within 6 months of hire
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring certification required within 6 months of hire
- Advanced Fetal Monitoring certification within 1 year after obtaining Intermediate Fetal Monitoring
- Adherence to Standards of Professional Nursing Practice/ Process / Performance [ANA Standards addendum- signed] and accrediting body standards.
- Ensures all duties, responsibilities and competencies are conducted in a manner that is effective and appropriate to patients/clients to who care/ service is being provided.
- Demonstrates knowledge and applicability of the principles of growth and development over the life span, as well as demonstrating the ability to assess data reflecting the patient’s status and interpreting appropriate cultural information of the patient(s) to whom care/ services is being delivered/provided.
- Employee has completed and met their clinical competency standards
- Ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
- Skilled in maintaining effective working relationship with patients, employees, and the public.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
- Ability to interpret adapt and apply guidelines and procedures
- Ability to communicate clearly.
- Microsoft Office Suite required.
Nice To Haves
- EPIC documentation preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess the needs of individuals, families and/or communities to identify potential health or safety problems (15%)
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records (10%)
- Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in patient’s condition and vital signs (10%)
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patient’s responses and conditions (10%)
- Develop and modify patient care plans as indicated by patient’s responses and conditions (10%)
- Prepare patients for, and assist with examinations and treatments (10%)
- Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care (5%)
- Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity (5%)
- Direct and supervise less skilled nursing/health care personnel (5%)
- Instruct individuals and families on health education and disease prevention and after care (5%)
- Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent or disabled patients (5%)
- Medication administration, documentation and reassessment (5%)
- Promote positive patient experience (5%)
Benefits
- Generous paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
- 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
- Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
- Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
- Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
- Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
- Tuition reimbursement & assistance
- Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
- Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
- National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
