RN - L&D

Labor and Delivery Nurse

Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Labor and Delivery Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: 3 years preferred License: Registered Nurse License Certifications: BLS, ACLS, AWHONN Advanced, AWHONN Intermediate, NRP, STABLE Must-Have: - Flexibility to float to other units or campuses as needed - Must reside more than 150 miles from the facility - Ability to start within 3-5 weeks preferred

Description: Candidates may be asked to float to other units or campuses. Flexibility is essential. Three years of experience is preferred, but first-time travelers are accepted. BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN certifications are required. Experience in labor and delivery, postpartum care, and newborn assessment is necessary. Skills in amnioinfusion, cord care, pain assessment, and breastfeeding support are important. Candidates should be familiar with fetal heart monitoring and administering medications. Understanding of high-risk deliveries and postpartum hemorrhage protocols is essential. Experience with sterile procedures and postpartum teaching is necessary. Knowledge of therapeutic treatments such as magnesium sulfate and insulin drips is required. Candidates should be able to perform discharge teaching for new parents. The daily census of patients may vary, and flexibility in scheduling is required. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for interdisciplinary support. Experience with charting systems may be beneficial for documentation. Travel experience is preferred but not mandatory.