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Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$100,785 / year median in California
+10% projected growth
Job Description
The RN will work collaboratively with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team while maintaining high standards of patient safety, quality, documentation, and communication. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Labor & Delivery setting. Assess patients' physical and psychosocial conditions and identify nursing care needs. Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care. Monitor patient conditions, responses to treatment, and progress toward established goals. Administer medications and safely operate required equipment and instrumentation. Provide patient and family education regarding treatment and healthcare needs. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies. Conduct safe and effective patient handoffs. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and ancillary staff to coordinate patient care. Delegate appropriate tasks based on legal scope of practice and staff competency. Advocate for patients and support informed healthcare decisions. Provide culturally competent, age-appropriate, and ethical care. Contribute to patient satisfaction and positive patient experiences. Assist with complaint resolution and communicate concerns appropriately.. Required Qualifications 3+ years of acute care nursing experience required. Labor & Delivery experience required. Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. Associate Degree in Nursing or BSN accepted. Active California RN License required. AHA BLS required. ACLS required. Strong written, verbal, and electronic communication skills. Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position, including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and fine motor activities. Ability to provide safe patient handoffs and accurate clinical documentation. Must be willing and able to float to a sister facility and other departments as requested and qualified. Certifications & Licenses California RN License
- Required AHA BLS
- Required ACLS
- Required NRP
- Listed in the requisition's certification table; recruiter should confirm whether this is required for submission.
Pay:
$80.00- $86.