Labor & Delivery RN
Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Women's & Children's Hospital
$1,907-2,382/weekMedical Solutions will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
RN - Labor & Delivery
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Employment Type: Clinical Nursing
Shift: Day
Hours per Day: 12
Hours per Week: 36
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
As a Registered Nurse in Labor & Delivery, you will be responsible for providing safe, effective, patient- and family-centered care. You will assess, develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care while supervising licensed and non-licensed staff. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, quality outcomes, patient education, and mentoring/precepting staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform patient assessments and reassessments, making sound independent decisions.
- Develop, prioritize, implement, and revise plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Monitor and document patient responses to clinical interventions.
- Provide and evaluate education tailored to patient and family needs during the stay and at discharge.
- Delegate tasks to licensed and non-licensed personnel; serve as a mentor and preceptor.
- Participate in quality, safety, and service improvement initiatives and comply with regulatory standards.
- Promote teamwork and effective communication within and across departments.
- Recognize and prioritize complex patient care needs, including physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety aspects.
- Anticipate and assess discharge needs, fostering family advocacy.
- Address cultural and ethnic considerations in care planning.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and evidence-based research application.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kentucky
- Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery nursing experience, including experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing
- BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) Certification
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) Certification
- EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) Certification
- Experience with Epic electronic health record system
Additional Information
- This position requires working 12-hour day shifts.
- The role involves leadership responsibilities including mentoring and supervising staff.
- Emphasis on patient and family education, safety, and satisfaction.
This summary provides the essential information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Labor & Delivery RN position.
Facility
Norton Women's & Children's Hospital
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- Childrens
Louisville, KY
About
Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and the famous namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball, the Louisville Slugger. It’s also well known as the host of the Kentucky Derby, the most prestigious American horse race. Many visitors note the city’s friendly hospitality, often called second to none. In fact, Louisville often ranks among the country's friendliest cities. It's where big-city amenities meet Southern charm with plenty of things to see and do. Take a stroll through Old Louisville, the third-largest National Preservation District in the U.S., ideal for lovers of architecture and history. Shopping is a treat, with everything from vintage to upscale shops and boutiques scattered throughout the city, and the dining scene is just as impressive and diverse. At Logan Street Market alone, over 30 local chefs, artisans and merchants offer a wide range of tasty eats and unique products.
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