Labor and Delivery Nurse

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Labor and Delivery Nurse to provide exceptional nursing care to patients and their families throughout the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum periods. This role includes responsibilities in emergency situations and assisting in circulating for C-sections. The ideal candidate will be proficient in delegating care responsibilities to ancillary personnel while adhering to the scope of practice.

Job Summary

• Responsible for planning and provision of nursing care during various stages of childbirth.
• Supervise and delegate care responsibilities to ancillary personnel based on their scope of practice.

Education and Work Experience

• Associate Degree in Nursing (A.S.) or equivalent: Required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing: Preferred
• Two years of experience in Labor & Delivery: Required

Licenses/Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in state of practice: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: Required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification: Required
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification: Required
• Completion of Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course: Required

Essential Functions

• Conduct comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments of patients, considering age, cultural differences, and emotional support needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement goal-oriented care plans.
• Utilize sound clinical judgment to manage perinatal emergencies, including but not limited to crash C-sections and precipitous deliveries.
• Competently assess maternal and fetal well-being, amniotic fluid status, and identify management strategies for abnormalities.
• Effectively administer and manage pain control for laboring patients, including supporting alternative pain management methods.
• Assist with epidural catheter placement and monitor both fetal and maternal status throughout the procedure.
• Educate patients and families throughout the perinatal and postpartum periods, employing age-appropriate and culturally sensitive teaching methods.
• Document all nursing care provided accurately, legibly, and in a timely manner, including evaluations of patient responses and outcomes.

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of patients and families during one of the most critical moments of their lives. We look forward to your application.