Per Diem Night Labor & Delivery Nurse

About the Role

The Labor, Delivery, Recovery & Postpartum (LDRP) Clinical Registered Nurse provides comprehensive care to patients in perinatal settings, applying scientific knowledge and nursing processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care for laboring women, postpartum, and neonatal patients according to evidence-based practices and hospital policies.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans, perform assessments, and document care activities.
• Assist with labor, delivery, cesarean, and postpartum procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Respond to maternal and neonatal emergencies, communicate effectively using SBAR, and maintain current competencies.
• Educate patients and families, advocate for patient needs, and collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and supervise nursing care delivered by others.
• Maintain adherence to standards such as the Baby-Friendly model and organizational policies.
• Emphasize teamwork, adherence to safety protocols, and commitment to organizational values and quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• BSN degree (or within 5 years of hire).
• At least 1 year of clinical experience in Labor and Delivery/Postpartum; NICU/nursery experience preferred.
• Current California Nursing license.
• Certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NRP required.
• Bilingual skills (Spanish) and basic computer skills preferred.