RN - L&D

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a Labor and Delivery unit and be capable of providing exceptional care to patients and their families during the perinatal period.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: L&D (Labor and Delivery)
• Number of L&D Beds: 4 L&D beds, 7 postpartum beds
• Patient Ratios: Labor: 1:1-2; Postpartum: 1:2-3
• Common Patient Diagnoses: Patients greater than 35 weeks in labor, including Mom/Baby couplets

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care during labor and delivery, including monitoring maternal and fetal well-being.
• Titrate drips as required, including but not limited to Magnesium, Oxytocin, and LR.
• Administer medications postpartum, such as prenatal vitamins, Ibuprofen, and Toradol.
• Utilize Neonatal equipment such as CPAP, BiPap, and high flow as needed to troubleshoot issues.
• Participate in team collaboration with other healthcare professionals.

Scheduling and Requirements

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Shift Rotation: Day/Night Rotate (7 am - 7 pm and 7 pm - 7 am)
• Weekend Requirement: Availability for every third weekend
• Holiday: Available as needed based on scheduling
• Floating: Responsibilities may require floating to other departments for support, predominantly for 1:1 patient care
• Orientation: 3 shifts of unit/department specific orientation will be provided
• Scrubs: Supplied by the employer

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Labor and Delivery nursing.
• Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS Certification, and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program).
• Strong communication skills, ability to work in a team-oriented environment, and independence in clinical decision-making.

Additional Notes

This position requires the ability to work effectively in a rural setting, with a distance greater than one hour from a NICU. Attributes contributing to success in this role include teamwork, provider consistency, clinical knowledge, and effective communication skills. Surgery is responsible for C-sections, while nursing staff will manage related processes for newborns.

Please note that fit testing policies require that clinicians with facial hair must meet specific testing standards. Removal of facial hair may be necessary to comply with safety protocols.

Client Details City Dickinson State ND