Labor and Delivery RN
Sacramento, CA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Family Birthing Center team. The RN will be responsible for providing comprehensive care to expectant mothers, assisting in labor and delivery, and facilitating postpartum care. This is a dynamic role requiring adaptability and proficiency in high-risk scenarios.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and provide care for patients in labor, including preterm labor, inductions, and cesarean sections.
• Perform advanced fetal monitoring and respond to high-risk alerts.
• Circulate during cesarean sections and assist with other surgical procedures.
• Provide couplet care, managing both mother and baby as a unit.
• Administer and titrate medications, including Pitocin, as prescribed.
• Coordinate with the healthcare team, including obstetricians, anesthesiologists, and neonatal specialists.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Float to maternal and newborn units as needed.
• Participate in holiday rotations and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Labor and Delivery nursing.
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, and AWHONN-Advanced.
• Experience in circulating for cesarean sections is required.
• Must be capable of interpreting EKG strips for patients in PACU.
• Familiarity with AWHONN guidelines for patient ratios.

Unit Information

The Family Birthing Center features:

• 10 Labor and Delivery beds.
• 2 Operating Room suites designated for cesarean sections.
• 3 Triage beds along with 3 antepartum testing spaces.
• 12 Postpartum beds.
• Approximately 140-165 births per month.

Work Environment

The RN will work in a high-risk unit, demonstrating the ability to manage a variety of scenarios from start to finish. A collaborative approach with a skilled team is essential, alongside the flexibility to float to various units as required. The role demands a strong clinical foundation and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Schedule

Shift lengths are 12 hours, with shifts typically starting at 6:45 AM. Positions involve working every other weekend and may include holiday rotations. Extra shifts and overtime opportunities are available.

Location

This position is available in a facility located in Sacramento, CA.

Additional Notes

Scrubs will be provided. The RN will be expected to manage all aspects of patient care during their shifts, including participating in ongoing education and training opportunities to maintain high standards of practice.