Labor and Delivery Nurse; RN

MPF Federal is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse (RN) – Labor & Delivery to provide intrapartum coverage services at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. This position is designated as mission essential and requires onsite clinical support during scheduled shifts, including federally recognized holidays.

The RN Labor & Delivery will provide comprehensive inpatient intrapartum nursing care in accordance with established nursing standards, hospital policies, AWHONN guidelines, and evidence-based obstetric practices.

Scheduling: Varied shifts Sunday through Saturday
Typical Shift Times Include:

• 0645–1915
• 1845–0715
• 0645–1515
• 1845–0315
• 1045–1915
• 2245–0715

Maximum

Hours:

Not to exceed eighty (80) hours per two-week period, inclusive of weekend and holiday services

Schedules for required shifts will be provided to the Contractor twelve (12) weeks in advance. Final schedules must be submitted to the Matrix Program Manager (PM) eight (8) weeks prior to services being required.

Schedule changes must be submitted seventy-two (72) hours in advance. The Government may waive the 72-hour notification requirement on a case-by-case basis for unforeseen circumstances such as illness or injury. Shift coverage is required during schedule changes to prevent gaps in services.

A substitute contract worker is not required unless the permanent contract worker is absent for more than three (3) calendar days.

This labor category is designated as mission essential
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The contract worker must be a United States Citizen and must be available to provide services during scheduled shifts, including holidays.

In the event of unplanned facility closures due to natural disaster, military emergency, severe weather, pandemic, or Government-directed closure (outside of planned closures), the contract worker will be compensated for personal services during the closure.

The Registered Nurse Labor & Delivery will provide services within the scope of practice and hospital policies, including but not limited to:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to obstetric patients during the intrapartum period
• Perform maternal and fetal assessments, including advanced fetal heart rate monitoring and interpretation
• Monitor labor progression and identify deviations from normal labor patterns
• Assist with vaginal and cesarean deliveries
• Administer medications and IV therapies in accordance with provider orders
• Manage obstetric emergencies including shoulder dystocia, postpartum hemorrhage, fetal distress, and emergent cesarean sections
• Provide immediate newborn stabilization and support in collaboration with neonatal teams
• Educate patients and families regarding labor, delivery, and postpartum expectations

• Perform efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols
• Remain calm and communicate effectively during high-risk obstetric events
• Anticipate potential complications and intervene appropriately
• Notify appropriate supervisory personnel of clinical concerns

• Perform timely, accurate, and concise documentation of patient care Maintain legible records in accordance with clinic directives
  
  Operate and maintain proficiency in automated systems including MHS GENESIS, ADS, CIS, and other clinical information systems
  
  Participate in Performance Improvement (PI) and Risk Management (RM) functions
  
  Maintain and respond to DOD email and voicemail communications as required Performance Improvement & Compliance
  • Maintain productivity comparable to peers performing similar services
  • Participate in peer review and the MTF Performance Improvement Program Comply with infection control policies, aseptic techniques, and universal precautions
    
    Properly handle, store, and dispose of infectious waste
  • Participate in implementation of the Family Advocacy Program as directed
  • Attend and complete all required annual training including disaster preparedness, infection control, Sexual Harassment prevention, Bloodborne Pathogens, Fire and Safety,…