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(Archived) RN- Labor & Delivery
Job Description
Specialty: RN-Labor & Delivery
Locations: Fort Worth, Texas
Shift: 7P-7A
Duration: 13 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Job Description
Responsible and accountable for high quality patient care through implementation of the nursing process including assessment of patient needs (physical, psychosocial, educational), design of a collaborative plan of care, implementation of the plan with appropriate delegation of tasks, coordination of team effort, and evaluation of patient progress towards outcomes
Monitors patient throughout (before/during/after) the labor
Monitors contractions and helps patient with breathing techniques
Performs basic IV and central line skills
Performs phlebotomy skills
Administers pain medication as ordered; administers other meds to address specific medical conditions, such as hypertension and diabetes
Reads fetal monitor & ascertains if there is a problem with baby’s heart rate
Takes and records patient’s vital signs, ascertains if problematic
Checks patient’s cervix periodically to monitor progression/lack of dilation
Contacts anesthesia when/if patient is ready for epidural; contacts delivering physician at appropriate time, ascertains proper time
Cares for patients on Pitocin, MgSO4 & continuous lumbar epidural
Ensures patient is in proper position for delivery & all monitoring equipment is functioning properly
Aids doctor with drapes, gloves, gowns, etc.; hands doctor delivery instruments as needed during birthing process
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Job Info
Minimum of 1-2 years experience as a clinical nurse RN
Associates degree in nursing (ADN) required, bachelor's degree preferred
3 or more years of current experience as a Labor and Delivery nurse is preferred
Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the Texas Board of Nursing
BCLS certification through the AHA
ACLS certification through the AHA
NRP and IFM required
Travel experience a plus
Demonstrate the highest level of professionalism when interacting with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff members.
Benefits
Day 1 Health benefits (Health/Vision/Dental)
Weekly Pay
Direct Deposit
Travel reimbursement
State License reimbursement
About Us
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