L&D – RN

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Job ID: 903997

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery

Location

Merced, CA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 12-Hour Shifts (7:00 AM start) | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on an active Labor & Delivery unit averaging 200–240 births per month, including antepartum patients (e.g., magnesium sulfate management)
• Circulate C-sections and support a diverse patient population, including a high Hispanic population; bilingual skills are a plus
• Maintain AWHONN-guided staffing ratios; apply a 1:2 ratio for patients on magnesium sulfate
• Utilize evidence-based algorithms in collaboration with the perinatal safety officer; adhere to baby-friendly and golden hour protocols
• Perform bedside report and documentation, conduct hourly rounds, and support baby care including bathing in postpartum as needed
• Float to Postpartum as needed; mentor and educate newer nursing staff

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid in California
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required
• AWHONN Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) certification required
• Strong IV insertion skills required
• Must complete a 3-shift unit-specific orientation upon start
• Must be available for three weekend shifts within every four-week scheduling period
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with baby-friendly hospital initiatives and golden hour practices
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred given the diverse patient population served
• Familiarity with Cerner EMR, Fetal Link, and McRoberts MyChild infant documentation systems
• Experience in a high-volume L&D setting with the ability to mentor and support newer nursing staff

Why Join Us

• Work alongside a well-supported team including OB hospitalists in house, Respiratory Therapy, and Pharmacy available 24/7, and on-site OB techs each shift
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a high-volume, community-centered Labor & Delivery unit serving a diverse population

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