Labor and Delivery - LD RN - Travel Nurse
We're looking for Labor and Delivery RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Vancouver, WA. The right RN should have 3 years' recent acute care experience.
L&D Travel Nurses provide care and support for women before, during and after delivery of a baby. As an L&D RN, you'll be responsible for assisting physicians when epidurals or pain medications are administered, episiotomies are performed, or when the patient requires preparation for a cesarean delivery.
Responsibilities
- Stay with and monitor patient throughout labor.
- Monitor contractions and help patients with breathing techniques.
- Check cervix periodically to monitor progression/lack of dilation.
- Ensure beds are kept clean and dry; clean up bodily fluids expelled before and after birthing process.
- Aid physician with drapes, gloves, gowns, delivery instruments, etc.
- Immediate care of newborn.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years’ recent acute care RN experience.
- Required certifications: BLS, AWHONN, ACLS, NRP.
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lean, stoop for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Good stress coping skills and ability to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior Level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Location
Vancouver, WA
EEO Statement: This is an Equal Opportunity Employer.