RN L&D

Completes initial nursing histories, assesses patients' conditions, and develops individual plan of care forpatients assigned to the unit.
Provides direct patient care, evaluates outcome, consults with other specialists as required and adjustsnursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care.
Accurately administers medications and performs procedures that cannot be delegated.
Manages induction of labor and cervical ripening.
Deals competently with medical emergencies including prolapsed cord, breech delivery, postpartumhemorrhage, precipitous delivery, uterine rupture, management of meconium, abruptio placenta, placentaprevia.
Performs fetal heart monitoring.
Manages complications of pregnancy including pre-eclampsia
Initiates intravenous therapy and use of infusion pumps.
Participates in emergency drug administration.
Performs neonatal resuscitation and assists with intubation if required.
Teaches and supervises the proper performance of nursing acts that have been delegated to others andmonitors nursing care of other health care team members.
Promotes patient/client education, and involves the patient and significant others in implementation of healthgoals.
Understands and adheres to JCAHO standards as they apply to the nursing profession.
Complies with certification/recertification requirements of the position and attends continuing educationcourses to remain current in the field.

Minimum Work Experience
Experience preferred in appropriate clinical care areas.
Minimum Education
Current Texas nursing license

Required Skills
Certifications required:
NRP (must obtain within 90 days from hire date)
ACLS (must obtain within 90 days from hire date)
BLS (must obtain within 60 days from hire date)
AWHONN fetal heart monitoring
L&D Charge RNs require additional Training in: Handle with Care
Demonstrated competencies in the care of the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum patient and hernewborn.
Ability to function independently, and as part of a team.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Detail oriented, with ability to prioritize and multitask.
Ability to apply sound judgment with clinical skills for optimal patient care.
Demonstrates flexibility by accepting and supporting changes in work assignments as related to departmentand patient needs.
Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
Knowledge of appropriate equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective patientoutcomes.