What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Labor and Delivery (L&D) position at Forhyre?
Job Title: RN - Labor and Delivery (L&D)Location: Anacortes, WashingtonDepartment/Unit: Labor and Delivery / Postpartum / Mother-Baby UnitSalary Range: $22 to $40 per hourShift: 12 Hour VariableNumber of Positions: 4 Job DescriptionElitecare Medical Staffing is seeking four experienced and dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) for the Labor and Delivery (L&D) unit in Anacortes, Washington. This role is essential for providing high-quality care to mothers and newborns throughout the labor, delivery, and postpartum processes. Key ResponsibilitiesProvide nursing care to patients during labor and delivery, adhering to AWHONN guidelines for nurse-patient ratios.Assist in triage within the L&D unit, utilizing one of the L&D rooms as a triage area.Monitor and assess maternal and fetal health throughout the labor process.Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for laboring mothers and newborns.Administer medications and titrate drips as necessary, including Pitocin, Magnesium, insulin, and TXA.Educate patients and families about the labor process, postpartum recovery, and newborn care.Stabilize newborns when necessary and manage care for term and late preterm infants in the nursery.Document all patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).Unit DetailsL&D Beds: 4 (separate from postpartum beds)Postpartum Beds: 4Births per Day: 0-4; approximately 40-50 per month.RequirementsCurrent Registered Nurse (RN) license in Washington.Required Certifications:Basic Life Support (BLS)Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)Preferred: AWHONN EFM (Intermediate or Advanced), ACLSMinimum of [insert years] years of experience in labor and delivery, recovery, postpartum, and newborn stabilization preferred.Ability to read telemetry strips; GE monitors for EFM System used.Experience as a charge nurse is preferred.Additional InformationCharge Nurse/House Supervisor: Charge nurse may take assignments ideally out of staffing.Respiratory Therapy Equipment: Neopuff, CPAP, and high-flow oxygen available.On-call Availability: OB/Neonatologist and anesthesia are on call 24/7; pediatric services also available on call.If you are passionate about providing exceptional maternity care and are looking for an opportunity to grow in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply!
Salary : $22 - $40