Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery

Join The University of Kansas Health System's dedicated labor and delivery team as a Registered Nurse. In this full-time role, you will play a vital part in providing exceptional maternal and neonatal care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth.

Location: 514 Cleveland Street, Great Bend, KS 67530

Shift Details:

• Full-time night shifts, 7:00 PM 7:00 AM
• Rotating weekend schedule (every other weekend)
• On-call responsibilities as needed, no more than one shift per week
• Rotating holiday coverage

Compensation:

• Hourly rate: $30.00 $36.50, based on experience and qualifications
• Shift differentials:
• Evening (3:00 PM 11:00 PM): +$2.30/hour
• Night (11:00 PM 7:00 AM): +$3.75/hour
• Weekend (Friday 7:00 PM Monday 7:00 AM): +$3.00/hour

Benefits & Career Development:

• Full comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Opportunities for ongoing education and professional certification
• Supportive work environment focused on professional growth and excellence in patient care
• Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality nursing care to obstetric patients, mothers, and newborns during labor, delivery, and postpartum stages
• Monitor fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, responding promptly to changes
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and comfort
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, midwives, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans
• Educate patients and families on labor, postpartum care, and newborn care
• Document all patient interactions accurately and thoroughly in accordance with hospital policies

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; new graduates are encouraged to apply
• Valid Kansas Registered Nurse license (KRN)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; must be obtained within the first two weeks of employment
• Advanced certifications required within specified timeframes:
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within six months
• Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM) within one year
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) within six months

Preferred Skills:

• Prior labor and delivery or maternal-child health experience preferred but not mandatory
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations

Join our team to make a difference in the lives of mothers and their babies while advancing your nursing career.

Application process:

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly. For further inquiries, contact Marissa Mendenhall at View email address on click.appcast.io.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce.