Labor & Delivery (L&D) Travel RN

Labor and Delivery/Postpartum Registered Nurse (RN)

Role Overview

The Registered Nurse in Labor and Delivery/Postpartum is responsible for delivering direct patient care to a designated group of patients within the Maternal Child Health department. This role involves collaboration with unit leadership to adhere to the nursing practice standards set forth by relevant governing bodies. The nurse will assess and address the physical, psychological, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs of patients and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients and families, recognizing normal and abnormal physical, emotional, developmental, and behavioral statuses quickly.
• Utilize a person-centered approach to plan and prioritize nursing care that aligns with patient and family objectives.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and make informed clinical decisions regarding patient care, addressing both anticipated and unanticipated needs.
• Implement necessary technical skills for effective patient care and remain current on policies and standards.
• Serve as a resource and collaborator with peers and other healthcare team members to facilitate comprehensive care.
• Involve patients and families in setting care goals and developing care plans.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
• Experience in Labor and Delivery is required; postpartum experience is preferred.
• Ability to float to other areas as needed, including Labor and Delivery, Postpartum, NICU, and operating rooms.
• Current certifications in BLS, NRP, and AWHONN/Fetal Heart Monitoring are required.

Unit Description

The Maternal Child Health department features six Labor and Delivery rooms, two triage rooms, eleven postpartum rooms, and a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The unit is designed for family-centered care, including private NICU rooms and dedicated surgical facilities.

Scheduling Information

The scheduling will be determined based on unit needs. There are no guarantees for weekend scheduling, and specific requests outside of regular time-off discussions at the time of the job offer may not be accommodated.