Pay Rate: Rate may vary due to local or non-local contracted rates: $60-65/HR combined Rate of pay. (Pay packages are a combination of taxable hourly rates, tax freeallowances for travel, housing, and meal allowances) (Rates are subject to change via client need)

Labor Delivery Registered Nurse Job Description:

Continuously monitoring fetal heart rate and maternal vital signs during labor, including timing contractions.

Administering epidurals and other pain relief medications as needed.

Performing vaginal exams to assess cervical dilation and progress of labor.

Providing support and guidance to the mother during pushing, assisting with forceps or vacuum deliveries, and performing episiotomies if necessary.

Assisting the surgical team during cesarean deliveries.

Monitoring the mother's recovery after delivery, including vital signs, bleeding, and uterine contractions.

Evaluating the newborn's health immediately after birth, including Apgar scores.

Providing information and support to the mother and partner regarding labor stages, pain management options, and newborn care.

Recognizing potential complications during labor and delivery, such as fetal distress or abnormal bleeding, and taking appropriate action.

Working closely with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.

Required skills for a labor and delivery nurse:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to provide emotional support and build rapport with patients

Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities to assess and manage potential complications

Fidelity on Call LTD

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