Labor and Delivery RN (2)

LDRP (Labor and Delivery + Recovery and Postpartum) RN

The Labor and Delivery nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care in the L&D Setting. The Labor and Delivery nurse demonstrates the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner with supervision.

The labor and delivery nurse works with mothers during the final stages of pregnancy helping with birthing, monitoring the mother's vital signs, and becoming astute in signs and symptoms of possible complications. The labor and delivery nurse is involved in patient education and addressing the psychosocial needs of mothers after delivery and demonstrates critical thinking and performance ability in the coordination of patient care. Consistently performs according to nursing standards and is accountable in managing patient care and assisting others in the management of patient care.

Details:

• Care for both labor & delivery as well as recovery with mother/baby and postpartum care.
• 2 triage beds for rule out labor, NSTs, fluids, etc. 16 weeks and over gestation.
• Avg deliveries: 40/mo / 425/yr
• Providers not always on site overnight, anesthesia within 30 mins and physicians within 10. No residents.
• Growing CNM model so coverage 2-4 days per week.
• RN responsibilities for skills check:
• Cervical exams
• Cytotec placement
• Mag gtts
• Newborn/preemie care post c-section/delivery
• Can float to M/S floor but only assists- not taking full assignment.
• Staffing: 3 RNs and 1 CAN weekday, 2 RNs and 1 CNA weekend. 1 RN on call. Nightshift charge M-F typically available.
• EHR: CPSI (uncommon- will get an intro and hands on during shadow shifts)
• Orientation: 1-3 shifts on the unit based on experience.
• Scrub color: Ceil
• Equipment: GE Perinatal

Minimum Requirements:

• Current registered nurse license within the state of practice.
• One year of labor and delivery clinical experience within the last three years preferred.
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.