RN- Labor and Delivery Nurse

About the role

Work with mothers, newborns & pediatric patients. As a Permanent RN- Labor and Delivery Nurse, you will be an integral part of a dynamic, compassionate healthcare team dedicated to the highest quality of patient care. You will play a pivotal role in delivering newborns, caring for postpartum mothers, and providing health services to women. You will also have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment that requires quick thinking, strong decision-making skills, and a calm demeanor. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients and their families during one of the most important times in their lives.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct patient care to laboring women, which includes monitoring the fetal heart rate, timing contractions, and assisting with various delivery methods.
• Administering medications, performing episiotomies, and assisting with cesarean sections as needed.
• Collaborating with the multidisciplinary healthcare team, including physicians, midwives, and other nurses, to develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient.
• Educating and supporting patients and their families during the labor and delivery process, as well as in the postpartum period.
• Monitoring and assessing the health and wellbeing of both the mother and baby during the postpartum period, and providing necessary care and interventions.
• Advocating for patients and their families, ensuring they understand and can participate in their care, and addressing any concerns or questions they may have.
• Documenting patient information accurately and completely in the electronic medical record

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in labor and delivery, postpartum care, pediatrics, women's health, or a related field.
• BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications required; certification in fetal monitoring preferred.
• Strong clinical skills with the ability to react decisively in emergency situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to empathize with, and provide support to patients and their families.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team.
• Knowledge of current best practices and evidence-based care in labor and delivery.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Pay

$37 - $60 per hour