Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery

SageWest Health Care; Lander (WY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SageWest Health Care in Fremont County, WY is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Labor & Delivery team. You will monitor maternal and fetal status, assist with labor, delivery, and postpartum care, and educate families on newborn care in a high-acuity setting.

Candidates should have an ADN with BSN preferred, a current RN license, BLS/NRP/ACLS as required, and prefer 6 months of labor & delivery or postpartum experience.

Qualifications

• ADN is required; BSN preferred.
• Current RN license in state or compact state.
• BLS, NRP, ACLS, and advanced fetal monitoring certifications as required by policy.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and fetal heart tones of laboring patients.
• Assist with labor, delivery, and postpartum care including cesarean sections and emergencies.
• Administer medications and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Educate patients and families on postpartum care, breastfeeding, and newborn care.
• Document care, assessments, and interventions accurately and promptly.
• Provide emotional support and advocacy for patients and families.

Skills

Obstetric care

Neonatal care

Fetal monitoring

Neonatal resuscitation

EMR proficiency

Communication

Patient-centered care

High-stress environments

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

Description

At SageWest Health Care, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. SageWest Health Care is located in Fremont County, Wyoming, encompassing two hospitals, one in Riverton and one in Lander. Each offers a wide range of healthcare services, including inpatient medical services, emergency room services, surgical services, imaging services, laboratory diagnostic services, primary care, infusion services, and women’s health.

Full-time Nights

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Labor & Delivery provides comprehensive nursing care to patients during labor, delivery, and postpartum stages. The RN is responsible for monitoring fetal and maternal well-being, administering medications, assisting with deliveries, and educating patients and families. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes and quality care in a high-acuity setting.

Essential Functions

• Provides comprehensive nursing care to laboring patients, including monitoring vital signs and fetal heart tones
• Assists with labor, delivery, and postpartum care, including Cesarean sections and emergency interventions
• Administers medications and monitors for side effects and adverse reactions
• Educates patients and families on postpartum care, breastfeeding, and newborn care
• Assists with newborn resuscitation and stabilization as required
• Collaborates with obstetricians, neonatologists, and other members of the healthcare team
• Documents patient care, assessments, and interventions accurately and in a timely manner
• Provides emotional support and advocacy for patients and their families
• Ensures a clean, safe, and organized work environment, adhering to infection control protocols
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and staff training programs

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong clinical skills in obstetric and neonatal care
• Proficient in fetal monitoring and neonatal resuscitation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in high-stress, emergency situations
• Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Demonstrates professionalism, empathy, and patient-centered care
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended periods of standing, walking, and physical activity

Qualifications

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Current state RN license or compact state equivalent required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire or within timeframe specified by facility policy
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required within timeframe specified by facility policy
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within timeframe specified by facility policy
• Intermediate or Advanced Fetal Monitoring required within timeframe specified by facility policy
• Certification in Inpatient Obstetric Nursing (RNC-OB) preferred

Experience

• Minimum of six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse in labor and delivery or postpartum care preferred