Staff Nurse-Labour Room

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Staff Nurse specializing in Labour Room care to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive nursing support during labor, delivery, and postpartum periods, ensuring the safety and comfort of mothers and newborns. Your expertise will contribute to positive birthing experiences while adhering to the highest standards of patient care, infection control, and clinical protocols. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where compassionate care and technical proficiency come together to make a meaningful difference.

Duties

• Monitor and assess maternal vital signs, fetal heart rates, and overall well-being throughout labor and delivery processes.
• Assist obstetricians and midwives with procedures such as suturing, catheterization, and sterile techniques to ensure safe delivery practices.
• Administer medications including analgesics, antibiotics, and IV infusions in accordance with prescribed protocols.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation using electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Provide patient education on labor progression, pain management options, postpartum care, and newborn care instructions.
• Support emergency interventions during obstetric complications by applying advanced skills in airway management, ventilator use, or acute pain management as needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including neonatologists, anesthesiologists, and pediatricians to deliver holistic maternal and neonatal care.

Experience

• Proven experience working as a registered nurse in labour and delivery units within hospital settings or maternity wards.
• Critical care experience preferred, especially in Level I or Level II trauma centers or neonatal intensive care units (NICU).
• Familiarity with obstetric procedures such as suturing, catheterization, IV insertion, and aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of fetal monitoring equipment and interpretation of cardiotocography (CTG) readings.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner for accurate documentation of patient care activities.
• Background in managing high-risk pregnancies or complex deliveries is highly desirable.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person