Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery

vTech Solution; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

vTech Solution is seeking a Registered Nurse in Labor and Delivery for a Level III facility in Washington, DC. The role focuses on high-risk perinatal care across labor, delivery, antepartum, and postpartum with a Level II NICU.

Require at least 2 years of L&D experience and current certifications (BCLS, ACLS, NRP, AWHONN). Strong clinical skills and teamwork are essential for success in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 2 years labor and delivery nursing experience, preferably in high-volume facilities.
• Current certifications: BCLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN fetal monitoring.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient management in high-risk perinatal care.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 nursing care during labor and delivery and 1:3 care in postpartum with CNA support.
• Manage antepartum care with a 1:2-3 nurse-to-patient ratio.
• Perform patient assessments, fetal monitoring, medication administration, and care planning.
• Collaborate with delivering providers, CRNAs, surgical staff, and health unit coordinators.

Skills

RN license

L&D experience

Fetal monitoring

BCLS

ACLS

NRP

AWHONN monitoring

Tools

EPIC charting

Job description

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse in Labor and Delivery provides specialized nursing care to high-risk perinatal patients at a Level III facility. This role involves managing labor, delivery, antepartum, and postpartum care in a comprehensive maternity setting with a Level II NICU. The nurse collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective patient outcomes, requiring strong clinical skills and experience in high-volume delivery environments. At least 2 years of relevant experience is required, with certifications in BCLS, ACLS, NRP, and fetal monitoring.

Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 nursing care during labor and delivery and 1:3 care in postpartum with CNA support.
• Manage antepartum care with a 1:2-3 nurse-to-patient ratio.
• Perform patient assessments, fetal monitoring, medication administration, and treatment planning.
• Collaborate with delivering providers, CRNAs, surgical techs, and health unit coordinators to ensure comprehensive care.
• Support triage operations staffed with skilled RNs to assess and manage incoming patients.
• Maintain accurate documentation using EPIC electronic medical records.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety protocols, and infection control standards.
• Participate in float assignments to postpartum units as required.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 2 years labor and delivery nursing experience, preferably in facilities with 100+ deliveries annually.
• Current certifications: BCLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN Intermediate or Relias Fetal Monitoring.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient management skills in high-risk perinatal care.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience in facilities handling 200+ deliveries annually.
• Prior experience working in Level II trauma or high-acuity hospital settings.
• Familiarity with EPIC charting system.

Special Considerations:

• Weekend work is required.
• Float assignments to postpartum units are expected.
• Call is not required for this position.
• Strict adherence to RTO policies; all RTO must be disclosed at time of application.
• Staffing ratios: 1:1 in labor, 1:3 in postpartum, 1:2-3 in antepartum.
• Facility prohibits reddish-orange scrub colors.
• Must be able to perform sterile vaginal exams (SVE) as a hard stop requirement.

Scheduling:

• 12-hour shifts with guaranteed hours, though one shift per two-week period may be called off.
• Schedule includes weekends and float coverage.
• Shift assignments coordinated to maintain unit staffing and patient care standards.