Labor and Delivery/Postpartum RN
Ithaca College, New York
Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca

Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery/Postpartum RN

Location: Ithaca, New York
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: 06:45 AM – 07:45 PM

Job Summary

• Provide direct patient care within the Maternal Child Health department.
• Collaborate with unit leadership and follow nursing scope of practice guidelines relevant to Maternal Child Health.
• Assess patients and families with needs ranging from uncomplicated to highly complex.
• Use person-centered care to develop and prioritize care plans involving patients and families.
• Demonstrate critical thinking in clinical decision-making and problem-solving.
• Perform technical nursing skills competently and stay current with policies and procedures.
• Act as a resource to peers and facilitate coordination with other healthcare disciplines.
• Labor and Delivery experience is required; postpartum experience is preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in New York State.
• Minimum of 2 years of Labor and Delivery nursing experience, with experience within the last year.
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Current NRP certification.
• Current AWHONN/Fetal Heart Monitoring certification.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Valid driver’s license.

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• The assignment length is approximately 13 weeks.
• Shift covers day and evening hours (approximately 13 hours).
• Postpartum experience is preferred but not mandatory.

This position is ideal for an experienced Labor and Delivery RN seeking a long-term assignment in Maternal Child Health with a focus on comprehensive patient care and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.