Special Delivery Unit RN (Per Diem, Days)

Children’s Hospital of Orange County; United States; On-site; USD 101,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital of Orange County in Orange, CA seeks a Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse to join a new Special Delivery Unit. The role includes triage, LDRP and OR support with heavy emphasis on family-centered care and high-risk obstetric care.

You'll participate in both antepartum and postpartum care, with the SDU designed to improve outcomes and safety for mothers and babies. The position may include call shifts and requires California RN licensure, BLS, NRP, and ACLS.

Qualifications

• California RN license and current BLS, NRP, ACLS certifications.
• BSN degree from an accredited program; additional obstetric training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum settings within SDU.
• Assist in operating and delivery rooms, manage patient flow and placement.
• Maintain high quality patient care according to CHOC policies and procedures.
• Serve as a resource to the unit and collaborate with the care team.

Skills

Goal setting

Teamwork

Communication

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Clinical nurse leadership

Education

BSN degree

Job description

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Day - 08hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children's health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community's pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC's compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Environmental Sustainability Statement

Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

Job Summary

This position will require some call shifts. We will review on our phone screen with you. 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 completes 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 completes 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 $73.44 Midpoint $75.48 Maximum $77.52 Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

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

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)
• Preferred: Training

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 Provider - Essentials (NRP) - American Heart Association, Neonatal Resuscitation Provider - Advanced (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics, 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

Work Environments

Functional Demand: Medium - High energy level Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push/pull plus/minus 150-200 lbs. (Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200 lbs. (ie. Patient). Physical Activity Requirements: Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation Physical Activity Lifting Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35% Sensory Requirements: Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision Environment Requirements: Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Equal Opportunity

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. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities. If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

Company Culture

Recognized year after year as national leader in employee engagement, and named one of the best children's hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, this is an exciting time to be at CHOC. Our campus is constantly growing and offering new state-of-the art programs and services as we continue to meet the needs of more than 250,000 children annually, making the opportunities for career enrichment endless. We offer highly competitive salary levels and benefits, but the personal growth and fulfillment you'll find at CHOC, coupled with an inspiring mission to nurture, advance, and protect the health and well being of children, are perhaps the most valuable payouts of all.

Join Us

We hope you will join our dedicated and talented team of associates committed to the highest standards of care and making a difference in the lives of children in Orange County – and beyond. Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety. We're always in search for our next Defender of Childhood!