RN

General Function : A Labor and Delivery (L&D) Nurse is a specialized registered nurse who provides care and support to women during childbirth, including the antepartum (before delivery), intrapartum (during delivery), and postpartum (after delivery) stages. L&D nurses play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of both mother and baby. Below are the job description and duties of a Labor and Delivery Nurse A.

Key Duties and Responsibilities Monitor Health: Track maternal and fetal vital signs, labor progress, and address any complications. Educate and Support: Guide and comfort patients through labor, delivery, and postpartum care. Assist in Delivery: Prepare rooms, support delivery procedures, and manage tasks like IVs and medications.

Administer Medications: Provide pain relief and manage complications under physician guidance. Postpartum Care: Oversee recovery, support breastfeeding, and provide newborn care. Document Care: Record all care activities and communicate with the healthcare team.

Emergency Response: Handle emergencies such as fetal distress and perform resuscitation. Collaboration: Work with a multidisciplinary team and ensure effective communication with patients and families. B.

Skills and Qualifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. 1 year of Labor and Delivery Experience Required Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in high-pressure situations and respond quickly to emergencies. Empathy, patience, and a supportive attitude toward patients and their families.