Travel Labor & Delivery RN

Position: Travel Labor & Delivery RN - $2,110 per week
Magnet Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Garden City, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
Labor and Delivery

• Discipline: RN

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift: 12 hours, nights

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Employment Type:

Travel

The Registered Nurse (RN) in Labor and Delivery (L&D) is responsible for providing comprehensive care to women during labor, delivery, and the immediate postpartum period. The RN in this specialty is skilled in managing both routine and high-risk pregnancies, monitoring fetal and maternal well-being, and assisting with deliveries. The L&D nurse collaborates with obstetricians, midwives, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide safe, compassionate, and effective care to both mothers and newborns.

Key Responsibilities:

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Pre-Labor and Admission Assessment:

- Assess and monitor the health of pregnant women at various stages of labor, including gathering health histories, vital signs, and physical assessments.

- Perform non-stress tests (NSTs), monitor fetal heart tones, and evaluate uterine activity for signs of labor progression.

- Educate patients on labor and delivery processes, pain management options, and what to expect during childbirth.

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Labor Support and Monitoring:

- Monitor the progress of labor through regular assessment of contraction patterns, cervical dilation, fetal heart rate, and maternal vital signs.

- Administer medications, including epidurals, Pitocin, and pain relief options, as prescribed, and monitor their effects.

- Provide continuous emotional support and pain management throughout the labor process, using comfort measures, including positioning, breathing techniques, and offering encouragement.

- Assist with amniotomy, if necessary, and other procedures as directed by the healthcare team.

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Assisting with Delivery:

- Assist obstetricians or midwives during vaginal deliveries, including providing instrumentation assistance, suctioning, and other necessary actions during the birth.

- Participate in cesarean section procedures by ensuring the sterile field, assisting with the delivery process, and providing immediate newborn care after birth.

- Perform neonatal resuscitation and initial assessment of the newborn’s health immediately after delivery.

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Postpartum Care:

- Monitor the health and recovery of both the mother and the newborn in the immediate postpartum period, including assessing vital signs, bleeding, and uterine tone.

- Assist with breastfeeding support, including teaching proper latch techniques, positioning, and addressing any concerns related to infant care.

- Provide education on postpartum recovery, self-care, and newborn care, such as diapering, bathing, and recognizing signs of illness.

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Documentation and Reporting:

- Document all assessments, interventions, medications, and patient progress accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) to maintain compliance with hospital policies and legal standards.

- Maintain accurate and timely records of labor and delivery processes, including patient and fetal monitoring results.

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Collaboration and Communication:

- Work closely with obstetricians, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, and other healthcare team members to plan and implement individualized care for each patient.

- Communicate clearly with patients and families about the progress of labor, potential complications, and available options, ensuring that informed consent is obtained for procedures when necessary.

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Infection Control and Safety:

- Follow infection control procedures to maintain a safe and sterile environment for labor, delivery, and postpartum care.

- Ensure that all equipment used during labor and delivery is properly sterilized and functioning, including fetal monitoring devices, IV pumps, and delivery instruments.

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Emergency and High-Risk Situations:

- Recognize signs of complications, such as fetal distress, preeclampsia, and hemorrhage, and initiate appropriate interventions or escalate care as needed.

- Respond to obstetric emergencies, such as shoulder dystocia, uterine rupture, and neonatal resuscitation, utilizing appropriate protocols and teamwork.

- Administer medications and interventions for high-risk pregnancies, including managing complications like hypertension, gestational diabetes, or infections.

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Patient Education and Advocacy:

- Provide education and support to patients and families regarding labor, delivery options, newborn care, and postpartum recovery.

- Advocate for patient preferences and informed decision-making, ensuring that patients have access to the resources they need to make choices about their care.

Magnet Medical Job  #. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN - L&D