Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,114 per weekMagnet Medical • Silver City, NM, USA

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,114 per week

Magnet Medical • Silver City, NM, USA

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,114 per week at Magnet Medical summary :

The Travel Nurse RN in Labor and Delivery provides comprehensive care to women during labor, delivery, and the postpartum period. They collaborate with healthcare professionals to monitor both maternal and fetal well-being, administer medications, and assist in deliveries, ensuring safe and effective care. Postpartum care includes monitoring recovery, providing breastfeeding support, and educating patients on infant care.

Magnet Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Silver City, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty : Labor and Delivery
Discipline : RN
Start Date : 02 / 17 / 2025
Duration : 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift : 12 hours, nights
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 :

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 ID #30482574. 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,19 : 00 : 00-07 : 00 : 00

Keywords :

Travel Nurse, Labor and Delivery, Registered Nurse, Maternal Care, Postpartum Care, Fetal Monitoring, High-Risk Pregnancy, Patient Education, Emergency Care, Healthcare

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