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Travel Nurse RN - Labor & Delivery

Black Women's Mental Health Institute · Lewiston, ME · 2 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time

Role & Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive obstetric care, including assessment, treatment, and postpartum support.
  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality patient-centered care during labor, delivery, and postpartum.
  • Administer medications, prepare equipment, and assist physicians during procedures.
  • Monitor fetal and maternal health, interpret fetal monitoring results, and respond to obstetric emergencies.
  • Educate patients and families on postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and newborn care.
  • Document care accurately and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Auxiliary with cesarean sections and other obstetric procedures, ensuring safety and compliance with standards.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Recent experience as a Labor and Delivery RN with a valid license.
  • Current BLS and NRP certifications; additional certifications such as AWHONN Fetal Monitoring, STABLE, and ACLS are preferred.
  • Strong clinical, critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Physical ability to move equipment and assist in procedures.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure, maintain attention to detail, and communicate clearly.

Key Duties & Requirements

  • Ensure patient safety and high standards of care, responding to emergencies as needed.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to regulatory standards and hospital policies.
  • Participate in team collaboration and quality improvement efforts.
  • Perform fetal monitoring, assist in obstetric procedures, and provide postpartum education.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Comprehensive insurance
  • PTO
  • Retail options

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