L&D RN
Dickson, TN
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for our Labor and Delivery unit. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in labor and delivery, as well as the ability to effectively care for both mothers and newborns during the labor process.

Unit Specifics

• Number of Beds: LDRP 9 beds, OBED 1 bed, NICU 4 beds, 1 OR suite
• Patient Ratios: 1:1 for active labors, inductions, and C-sections; couplet care 1:3; newborns 1:1 until stable; NICU 1:3 intermediate care (2 NICU nurses required in unit if there are more patients)
• No techs or unit secretaries available
• Type of Equipment: CPN Central monitoring, IV pumps, infant warmers, tele-med robot for neonatologist, bili-blankets, PCA pumps
• Documentation System: Meditech and CPN
• Scheduling: Full-time, 3 shifts per week with rotating weekends and holidays; PRN's to assist as needed
• Floating Policy: Regular staff may float within the facility as needed; some staff are cross-trained in LDRP & NICU
• Patient Experience Requirements: Daily rounding on all patients and safety rounding

Qualifications

• Must Have: Labor and delivery experience, including the ability to labor and recover mothers, transition and assess newborns, and manage potential OB emergencies.
• Advanced Skills: Proficiency in fetal monitoring, experience with inductions (Pitocin, cervidil).
• Procedures Performed: C-sections, circumcisions, intra-uterine monitoring, vacuum or forceps-assisted deliveries.
• Certifications Required: BLS, NRP, Fetal Monitoring Training.

Dress Code

Pink and/or brown scrubs are required per the infant security policy for the unit.

Unit Guidelines/Policies

Policies and procedures can be found in our Policy Stat system.

Additional Information

• The unit is staffed by six seasoned RNs with approximately 30 years of experience each, serving as valuable resources and preceptors.
• Several additional nurses on the team have 7-10 years of experience and demonstrate high competency.
• The unit functions as a cohesive team, emphasizing collaboration and support.
• This LDRP unit provides a unique opportunity to gain extensive experience in labor, delivery, post-partum, and neonatal care.