Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery

McLendon Leadershi; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Labor & Delivery Nurse position supports women during childbirth, including natural births, epidurals, and cesarean sections, in a Labor & Delivery unit. The ideal candidate has obstetric nursing expertise and strong patient care skills.

Responsibilities include monitoring maternal and fetal vitals, assisting deliveries, administering medications, documenting in EHRs like Epic, and educating new mothers on newborn care.

Responsibilities

• Monitor maternal and fetal vital signs.
• Assist during deliveries and cesarean sections.
• Administer medications and interventions.
• Document care in EHR systems like Epic.
• Educate mothers on childbirth and newborn care.
• Collaborate with obstetric teams.

Job description

Overview

The Labor & Delivery Nurse provides care for women during childbirth. They support natural births, epidurals, and C-sections in L&D units. The ideal candidate will have expertise in obstetric nursing and patient care, with experience in labor and delivery settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor maternal and fetal vital signs.
• Assist during deliveries and cesarean sections.
• Administer medications and interventions.
• Document care in EHR systems like Epic.
• Educate mothers on childbirth and newborn care.
• Collaborate with obstetric teams.

This position is vital for safe childbirth experiences. Nurses passionate about obstetrics are encouraged to apply for this Labor & Delivery Nurse role.