Registered Nurse Labor Delivery

Henry Ford Health; Wyandotte (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital in Wyandotte, MI is seeking a Registered Nurse for Labor & Delivery to support care from prenatal through postpartum in a focused birthing center. The unit collaborates closely with physicians, residents, nurses and leaders to deliver high-quality patient experiences and safe newborn care.

Ideal candidates will have Michigan RN licensure, BLS, and L&D experience; the team emphasizes accountability, teamwork, and flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in Michigan, obtained within 60 days of hire.
• BLS provider credential from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
• Labor & Delivery experience preferred.
• Graduate of an approved RN nursing program.

Job description

Job Description

The Birthing Center (Labor & Delivery) at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital is committed to serving expecting families in the Downriver area and surrounding communities. The unit delivers care across the childbearing experience from prenatal testing, an OB dedicated triage to extended care of infants after delivery in a 8 bed Special Care nursery. We provide labor care in thirteen spacious rooms where most patients will stay from admission until discharge. There are five semi-private post-partum rooms for post-op caesarean section (C/S) patients or patient overflow during busy times. Two surgical suites and recovery room on the unit are dedicated specifically for scheduled and non-scheduled C/S surgeries. We offer a knowledgeable and cohesive team, outstanding physician/resident/nurse relationships, experienced and supportive leadership team that afford you the opportunity to learn and grow, and an orientation program tailored around your experience, skill level and personal needs. Our staff enjoys flexible self-scheduling allowing you the best opportunity for work-life balance. Ideal candidates are passionate about women’s health, value accountability, teamwork, and embrace an ever-changing workload. We expect those who join our team to be dedicated in providing high-quality care for an exceptional patient experience.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained within 2 months (60 days) of hire date or transfer date required.
• Certified BLS provider specializing in Basic Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained with 3 months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. Or, Certified Instructor.
• Labor & Delivery experience preferred.
• Education: Requires a graduate of an approved professional (RN) nursing program.