Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery
About The Position
The Registered Nurse works in the Labor, Delivery, Recovery and Postpartum department at Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo in Kokomo, Indiana. This role provides personalized care for mothers and newborns, supporting safety and comfort from active labor through postpartum recovery. The nurse serves as the primary patient advocate, coordinating the multidisciplinary team to deliver a high-quality birthing experience. The role also includes monitoring and communicating patient data, supporting timely clinical interventions, and preparing families for the transition home through discharge planning and newborn education. The schedule is days, PRN.
Requirements
- BLS Provider certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer.
- Registered Nurse credential from the Indiana Board of Nursing, obtained before hire or job transfer.
- Diploma from an accredited school or college of nursing, or required professional licensure at the time of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Neonatal Resuscitation certification from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
- S.T.A.B.L.E. Program certification.
Responsibilities
- Lead personalized care plans for mothers and newborns from active labor through postpartum recovery.
- Coordinate the multidisciplinary team as the primary patient advocate.
- Monitor and communicate real-time patient data to support timely clinical interventions for mothers and newborns.
- Manage discharge planning and provide newborn education to prepare families for the transition home.
Benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Counseling and peer support.
- Spiritual care and stress management resources.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Associate degree
