Registered Nurse (RN) Labor and Delivery (L&D)

Job Summary: The Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (L&D RN) provides specialized care to expectant mothers during labor and delivery. This role involves monitoring and supporting patients throughout the childbirth process, ensuring the health and safety of both mother and baby, and collaborating with the obstetric team to facilitate a positive birth experience. Key Responsibilities: Patient Assessment: Perform comprehensive assessments of laboring patients, including monitoring vital signs, fetal heart rates, and contraction patterns. Identify any complications or changes in condition. Labor Support: Assist and support patients throughout labor and delivery, including providing pain management options, emotional support, and guidance on breathing and relaxation techniques. Delivery Assistance: Assist with the delivery process, including preparing and assisting with vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections. Ensure proper care and immediate assessment of the newborn. Patient Education: Educate patients and families about the labor and delivery process, newborn care, and postpartum recovery. Provide information on breastfeeding, newborn care, and self-care post-delivery. Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, labor progress, delivery outcomes, and post-delivery care in electronic health records (EHR). Emergency Response: Recognize and respond to any signs of complications or emergencies, such as fetal distress or postpartum hemorrhage. Implement appropriate interventions and coordinate with the obstetric team as needed. Collaboration: Work closely with obstetricians, midwives, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care and ensure a smooth delivery process. Postpartum Care: Provide care and support for patients in the postpartum period, including monitoring recovery, managing any complications, and facilitating the transition to home. Infection Control: Adhere to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of infections and ensure a safe environment for patients and staff. Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to labor and delivery care. Stay current with best practices and advancements in obstetric nursing. Qualifications: Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution. Licensure: Current and valid RN license in [State/Country]. Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is highly preferred. Certification in Inpatient Obstetric Nursing (RNC-OB) may be required or preferred based on facility. Experience: Previous experience in labor and delivery or a related obstetric field is preferred. Experience in a high-risk obstetrics setting is highly desirable. Skills: Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, and the capacity to remain calm under pressure. Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) is required. Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, assisting with patient positioning, and standing for extended periods. May involve exposure to infectious materials and hazardous conditions, with appropriate protective measures in place. Working Conditions: Work in a hospital or birthing center environment. May require working irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and on-call shifts. Skills Required: Labor and Delivery Nurse, Obstetric Nurse, Maternity Nurse, Birth Nurse, or Perinatal Nurse. Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract, Temporary Pay: $2,200.00 - $2,300.00 per week Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Referral program Travel reimbursement Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Labor & Delivery Primary Care Physical Setting: Acute care Birth center Children's hospital Hospital Inpatient Supplemental Pay: Breakdown pay Overtime pay Experience: Nursing: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: BLS Certification (Required) RN (Required) Ability to Commute: Chicago, IL 60612 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Chicago, IL 60612: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person