RN LD

Commonwealth Health; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21k Sign On Bonus

Job summary

Commonwealth Health seeks a dedicated Labor and Delivery nurse to provide specialized care for expectant mothers during and after childbirth. The role involves monitoring fetal heart rates, managing contractions, and assisting with deliveries, ensuring the safety and well-being of mothers and newborns.

The ideal candidate will have the necessary nursing credentials issued by Pennsylvania, along with certifications in CPR and neonatal care programs. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for ongoing education and development.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice professional nursing issued by the State of Pennsylvania.
• Current CPR certification.
• Completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Program after orientation.
• Completion of STABLE Program within 6 months of hire.
• Completion of Cardiac Advanced Life Support Program within 6 months of hire.
• Completion of Basic Arrhythmia Course after orientation.
• Fetal Monitoring Competency after orientation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor fetal heart rates.
• Manage contractions during labor.
• Assist physicians with deliveries or C-sections.
• Provide postpartum care.

Job description

JOB LOCATION - Regional Hospital of Scranton - Nights - 21k Sign On Bonus

A Labor and Delivery (L&D) nurse is a registered nurse who provides specialized care to expectant mothers before, during and immediately after childbirth, as well as care for newborns.

Key duties include monitoring fetal heart rates, managing contractions, assisting physicians with deliveries or C-sections, and providing postpartum care.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice professional nursing issued by the State of Pennsylvania
• Current CPR
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (upon completion of orientation)
• STABLE Program (within 6 months of hire)
• Cardiac Advanced Life Support Program (within 6 months of hire)
• Basic Arrhythmia Course (upon completion of orientation)
• Fetal Monitoring Competency (upon completion of orientation)