RN - L&D

Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN)

Night shift from 7 pm to 7 am on varying nights of the week. Holiday coverage is required.

Minimum Experience

Minimum of 2 years of experience is required.

Certifications/Requirements

• Current RN license in Alaska at the time of submission.
• Flu vaccination is required.
• Must complete an ICPA background check, including fingerprinting. Fingerprint cards must arrive in Juneau within 1 week of accepting an offer, with processing time of 3-5 weeks. Clearance to start may be delayed if receipt of fingerprint cards is delayed.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is required.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care to obstetric patients across all stages, including labor, delivery, recovery, and the immediate postpartum period. This role involves:

• Performing comprehensive patient assessments and developing individualized care plans.
• Implementing and evaluating nursing interventions and patient responses.
• Administering medications and treatments according to provider orders and policies.
• Recognizing changes in patient conditions and initiating appropriate interventions or escalating care as needed.
• Providing education to patients and families related to care, medications, and discharge needs.
• Delivering culturally responsive, patient-centered care.

Nursing Judgment & Clinical Decision-Making

The Registered Nurse will:

• Perform and interpret comprehensive assessments and recognize significant changes in patient conditions requiring intervention or provider notification.
• Exercise independent nursing judgment in determining appropriate nursing actions and priorities.
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise individualized nursing plans of care based on patient needs and clinical circumstances.
• Integrate clinical findings with ethical principles, cultural considerations, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Accept accountability for nursing decisions and outcomes in accordance with relevant statutes, regulations, and policies.

Care Coordination & Documentation

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with providers and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
• Facilitating referrals and continuity of services.
• Documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and promptly in the electronic health record.
• Advocating for patient care and assisting patients in navigating the healthcare system.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

The RN must:

• Practice within the nursing scope and adhere to safety and infection prevention requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Maintain required competencies and certifications.
• Report adverse events and unsafe conditions per policy.

Teamwork & Professional Practice

Demonstrating responsibilities such as:

• Exhibiting professionalism, accountability, flexibility, and teamwork.
• Providing guidance and delegation to ancillary staff.
• Supporting the orientation and education of peers and students.
• Floating to other departments or assignments as required.

Qualifications

Education and licensure requirements include:

• Associate's degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• A current and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Alaska or another U.S. state is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications are required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ideal candidates will possess:

• Knowledge of nursing principles, evidence-based practices, medication safety, and infection prevention.
• Strong clinical judgment, organizational skills, and