RN (On Call)

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital Corporation is seeking a Labor and Delivery Nurse to provide care during antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum stages. The role emphasizes safe patient care, timely monitoring, pain management, and newborn support in a high-stress obstetric unit.

The ideal candidate holds an RN license with BLS/ACLS and NRP certifications, BSN preferred, and strong communication to coordinate with the care team and families.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• BSN preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• NRP certification preferred.
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure and respond to emergencies.
• Empathy and supportive patient care attitude.

Responsibilities

• Monitor maternal and fetal vital signs, labor progress, and address complications.
• Educate and support patients through labor, delivery, and postpartum care.
• Assist in delivery: prepare rooms, support procedures, manage IVs and medications.
• Administer medications and pain relief under physician guidance.
• Oversee postpartum recovery, support breastfeeding, newborn care.
• Document all care activities and communicate with the healthcare team.
• Respond to emergencies such as fetal distress and provide resuscitation as needed.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and communicate effectively with patients and families.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Empathy

Patience

Team collaboration

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NRP certification

Job description

General Function

A Labor and Delivery (&D) Nurse is a specialized registered nurse who provides care and support to women during childbirth, including the antepartum (before delivery), intrapartum (during delivery), and postpartum (after delivery) stages. L&D nurses play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of both mother and baby. Below are the job description and duties of a Labor and Delivery Nurse

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor Health: Track maternal and fetal vital signs, labor progress, and address any complications.
• Educate and Support: Guide and comfort patients through labor, delivery, and postpartum care.
• Assist in Delivery: Prepare rooms, support delivery procedures, and manage tasks like IVs and medications.
• Administer Medications: Provide pain relief and manage complications under physician guidance.
• Postpartum Care: Oversee recovery, support breastfeeding, and provide newborn care.
• Document Care: Record all care activities and communicate with the healthcare team.
• Emergency Response: Handle emergencies such as fetal distress and perform resuscitation.
• Collaboration: Work with a multidisciplinary team and ensure effective communication with patients and families.

Skills and Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in high-pressure situations and respond quickly to emergencies.
• Empathy, patience, and a supportive attitude toward patients and their families.