Rn Labor And Delivery

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse in Labor and Delivery provides specialized nursing care to expectant mothers during labor, delivery, and postpartum. This role involves patient assessments, medication administration, treatment planning, and close collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective maternal and neonatal care. The nurse must demonstrate strong clinical skills, communication, and adaptability within an acute care setting.

• Provide skilled nursing care to patients in labor and delivery.
• Perform patient assessments and monitor maternal and fetal well-being.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Collaborate with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals.
• Document patient care and clinical observations accurately in Epic.
• Respond to emergencies and provide appropriate interventions.
• Educate patients and families regarding labor, delivery, and postpartum care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning.
• Float within scope to meet facility needs as required.

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of assignment.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience; first-time nurses accepted.
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, AWHONN.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced acute care environment.
• Proficiency with Epic electronic medical records system.

• Experience in Labor and Delivery or maternal-child health nursing.
• Familiarity with Level IV Trauma and Critical Access Hospital protocols.
• Business casual or clinical attire flexibility.

• Shift schedule includes 3 twelve-hour variable shifts per week.
• Weekend work is required; no on-call responsibilities.
• Floating within nursing scope to meet facility needs is expected.
• Travelers must be located at least 50 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted.
• Housing provided with restrictions: no pets, typically single occupancy, cleaning required upon departure.
• Parking is free for staff.

• Work schedule consists of 3 twelve-hour shifts per week, totaling 60 hours per two weeks.
• Shift assignments are variable and may be adjusted based on facility needs.
• Guaranteed hours with possibility of being called off for one 12-hour shift every two weeks.
• Block scheduling accommodations are not available.