Labor and Delivery RN
Pella, Iowa
Pella Regional Health Center

Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Nurse (Contract)

Location: Pella, Iowa
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Summary

• Collaborate with the healthcare team using evidence-based practice.
• Demonstrate accountability, respect for patients, families, and coworkers.
• Provide safe and optimal patient outcomes.
• Promote continuity of care through effective communication with interdisciplinary team and family.
• Direct support staff in the provision of care.
• Perform general nursing duties using critical thinking skills with minimal supervision.
• Work with age-specific populations according to the setting.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN program; BSN preferred.
• Current Registration and Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Iowa, in good standing with the Board of Nursing.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS certification (new employees must certify within 3 months of hire).
• Current ACLS, NRP, and STABLE certifications (new employees should obtain per policy guidelines).
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong empathetic listening skills, tact, and kindness.
• Effective verbal communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Technical and critical thinking skills related to sound nursing judgment.

Experience

• Specialty: Nursing (Labor and Delivery)
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume entry-level to moderate experience based on qualifications.
• Prior travel experience: Not required.