RN L&D - Night Shift

Details
Client Name
Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center Rapid Response

Job Type
Local

Offering
Nursing

Profession
RN

Specialty

L&D

Job ID
38110567

Shift Details
Shift
3X12 Nights

Scheduled Hours
36

Job Order Details
Start Date
10/05/2026

End Date
01/04/2027

Duration
13 Week(s)

Job Description
Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse with experience in Labor and Delivery (L&D) to join our dynamic team. This position involves providing comprehensive care to patients during labor and delivery as well as postpartum care in a low-risk LDRP unit.
Essential Responsibilities
Provide nursing care in the Labor and Delivery unit, including assistance with sterile procedures, triage, and fetal monitoring.
Manage labor patients and couplet care, ensuring optimal care and support for mothers and newborns.
Administer medications and IV therapy, monitor patients' response, and document care accurately.
Assist with high-risk deliveries and circulate during C-Sections, along with recovery of patients in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU).
Perform newborn care procedures including APGAR scoring, circumcision assistance, and newborn assessments.
Educate parents on infant care, breastfeeding support, and postpartum care, including pain management and wound care.
Participate in unit orientation and training sessions as required.
Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience in Labor and Delivery.
Experience in both Labor and Delivery as well as Couplet Care is required.
Certifications: AWHONN Beginner/Intermediate, BCLS, FHM, NRP.
Preferred certifications include ACLS and AWHONN Advanced.
Must possess skills in IV starts, telemetry, and the management of antepartum care.
Work Setting
Unit accepts 1st time travelers, with a supportive environment for new nurses in this specialty.
Target patient ratios: L&D 1:1-2, Couplet care 1:3; flexibility based on unit needs.
Unit features 15 rooms and 17 beds, including observation and triage areas.
Regular weekend shifts required as part of the contract.
Special Procedures and Equipment
The unit is equipped with all necessary equipment to provide safe and effective care, including Pyxis and EPIC systems for medication management and patient records.
Orientation and Scheduling
Comprehensive 24-hour orientation, including hospital orientation and unit-specific training.
Accommodation for pre-approved time off may be available based on scheduling needs.

Uniforms
Scrubs will be provided in a blue color.
Interview Process
Candidates are encouraged to provide their availability for interviews in the upcoming days to facilitate the hiring process.
Client Details
Address
10905 Providence Road West Charlotte NC 28277

State
NC

Zip Code
28277