Special Delivery Unit RN (Full Time or Part Time, Nights)

CHOC Children's; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 72,916 - 120,292; Full time

Job summary

CHOC Children's in Orange, California is seeking a Registered Nurse for their new Special Delivery Unit, opening in Fall 2026. This role involves providing exceptional care for maternal and fetal patients, ensuring alignment with hospital policies and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a BSN, two years of Labor and Delivery experience, and the necessary California RN licensure. Join a pioneering team dedicated to high-risk and innovative fetal treatment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in Labor and Delivery.
• Graduation from an accredited Registered Nursing school.
• California RN license and relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality care during antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum.
• Assist in patient flow and provide nursing care within scope.
• Act as a resource in the unit during designated shifts.

Skills

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Ability to solve complex patient care problems

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Critical thinking and judgment

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Work Shift

Night – 12hrs (United States of America)

Work Location

Orange, California

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with L&D experience to join a new and growing team. We are opening a Special Delivery Unit in Fall of 2026 and we are looking to have RNs that are ready to be a part of this new innovative department. As part of the comprehensive fetal care vision, Rady Children’s will be opening a Special Delivery Unit where families with high‑risk babies, low‑risk mothers can receive fetal intervention and deliver in the same place their baby needs to be to receive their specialized care after delivery.

The Special Delivery Unit (SDU) will consist of triage, LDRP’s and ORs. This will include ground‑breaking fetal intervention procedures. The role requires ensuring quality care is provided according to policies and procedures and completing other duties as assigned. Assist in both operating room and delivery room as needed within scope of practice, all while focused on our family‑centered care.

The (Special Delivery Unit) SDU registered nurse cares and treats the maternal population during antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum. The role requires the nurse to be a resource in the unit during a designated shift, assist in patient flow/placement, ensure quality care is provided according to policies and procedures and completing other duties as assigned. Functions as an expert practitioner whose intuition and skill arise from comprehensive knowledge thoroughly grounded in experience. Able to identify situations, formulate solutions, initiate change, and monitor outcomes. Demonstrate a deep understanding of the total situation and a clear understanding of how their unit aligns with the strategic goals of the organization.

Pay Range

Minimum $52.93
Midpoint $70.13
Maximum $87.32

Experience

• Required: Minimum two (2) years of experience in clinical specialty Labor and Delivery
• Preferred: Experience in high‑risk Labor and Delivery

Education

• Required: Graduation from an accredited school of Registered Nursing; Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) (effective on all offers made after November 1, 2015)

Training

• Required:

Specialized Skills

• Required: Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards and respect; advance care through development of new ideas and technology; promote teamwork to achieve CHOC’s mission; and understand and exceed customer expectations. Effectively solve complex patient care and organizational problems, role model positive and professional behavior. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal relationships and collaboration skills. Strong analytical and organizational skills; excellent critical thinking, judgment, and problem‑solving skills. Attention to detail, vigilance, poise, and composure in stressful situations
• Preferred: Clinical Nurse III or IV.

Licensure

• Required: California RN license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Plan (NRP), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) fetal monitoring and/or National Certification in fetal monitoring (C‑EFM)
• Preferred: National Certification related to Obstetrics

Non‑Discrimination Statement

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.