RN - L&D

RN - L&D

Profession: RN

Specialty: Labor & Delivery

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night Shift

Hours per Shift: 12 hours

Experience: Minimum of 3 years in labor and delivery

License: Required

Certifications: BLS, NRP

Must-Have:

• Minimum 3 years of labor and delivery experience
• BLS and NRP certifications

Description:The position requires working in a labor and delivery unit.Candidates must follow specific policies regarding artificial nails.RN's will need to complete a pass/fail exam during orientation.A minimum score of 90% is required to pass the exam.This unit performs approximately 400 births a year.The unit features 15 LDRP beds and 15 postpartum beds.Patient ratios are typically 1:3, with 1:1 for laboring patients.Common patient diagnoses include obstetrics, postpartum, and antepartum.RNs are required to manage and titrate drips such as Pitocin and Magnesium.Floating to other units is rare, only occurring in critical staffing needs.There is a Charge Nurse present on each shift.Charge Nurses do take patient assignments.RNs are not required to manage respiratory equipment beyond troubleshooting.No telemetry techs are available on this unit.Scheduling includes 12-hour shifts with weekend and holiday requirements.Call or standby is not required for this position.Initial orientation includes classroom training followed by shifts on the floor.The unit has received recognition for exceptional patient care.Breastfeeding support is a focus of the unit.All requests for time off must be submitted upfront, with restrictions on additional requests during the contract period.The hospital reserves the right to cancel shifts as needed throughout the assignment.Charting is conducted using an electronic system.A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.