Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery

Your future role at a glance

Location: Indianapolis, IN


Facility: Women and Infants Tower


Department/Specialty: Labor and Delivery


Schedule: Full Time Day

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Provide high-level clinical nursing for all deliveries, prioritizing safety and excellence.
• Design, implement, and adjust real-time patient care plans. Monitor and communicate vital patient condition changes to ensure mother and baby safety.
• Serve as the central point for the multidisciplinary team, coordinating physicians, specialists, and support staff for seamless, holistic care.
• Precisely and empathetically manage the birth experience, from executing physician orders to meticulously planning for safe discharge

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

One or more of the following are preferred:

• Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in The S.T.A.B.L.E Program.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

What additional preferences we're seeking

Previous Labor and Delivery experience is preferred

Equal employment opportunity employer


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Responsibilities

• Provide high-level clinical nursing for all deliveries, prioritizing safety and excellence.
• Design, implement, and adjust real-time patient care plans. Monitor and communicate vital patient condition changes to ensure mother and baby safety.
• Serve as the central point for the multidisciplinary team, coordinating physicians, specialists, and support staff for seamless, holistic care.
• Precisely and empathetically manage the birth experience, from executing physician orders to meticulously planning for safe discharge

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

One or more of the following are preferred:

• Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in The S.T.A.B.L.E Program.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.