RN - Labor and Delivery

Unit Notes
Department: LDRP | RN

- # L&D Beds: 5 LDRP
- # OR Suites on the unit for C-Sections: 1
- # Triage beds: 0
- # Postpartum beds: 3 (C-section rooms)
- # Births per day: Approx. 18-20/month, 225 per year.
-Required Certifications: BLS, NRP, ACLS, EFM Prefer AWHONN
- Common diagnoses/Types of patients: Level 1 Obstetric and Nursery Care. Not currently
- Experience: Independent with Labor/Postpartum/Newborn Care. 2-3 years of OB experience
required.
- Are RNs required to titrate drips?: Yes
- Common titratable &/or set rate drips: Pitocin, Magnesium, occasional insulin.
- Charge Nurse/House Supervisor?: Charge takes assignments.
- Are there nurse aids/surgical techs on this unit?: No
called to be present.
- Anesthesia in house 24/7: In house during the day. On call at night.
- RT Equipment: Neopuff- T Piece (preferred experience).
- Shifts & Scheduling: 12 hour shifts 0700-1930, 1900-0730. Block scheduling can be arranged.
Manager sets up schedule. Would like them to be flexible. Either days/nights or straight nights.
- Weekend Requirements: 2 weekends per 4 week schedule.
- Holiday Requirements: Every other holiday.
- Is there a call or standby requirement?: 2- 12 hour calls per 4 week schedule. Call
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