RN Labor and Delivery
- Bakersfield, CA
- Permanent
- Full-time
1 PositionsLocation: Bakersfield, CA, 93301-2237Job Type: Traveler 13 weeksStart date : 09/02/2025Shift NotesNights, EOW, first to floatYears of Experience3 YearsPay: $90-$95 Per hourRequired CertificationsACLS, Advanced Fetal Monitoring, BLS, NRPThe Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the Birthplace. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment. Provides for a safe environment for patients and visitors. Utilizes the chain of command when necessary to ensure patient well-being and appropriateness of care to newborns and mothers during the antepartum and postpartum periods.
- Certs: BLS & ACLS (MUST BE THROUGH AHA), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), & AWHONN-Advanced
- - Licensure: Current CA RN License
- - Doc System: CERNER preferred but not required
- -Add'l Equipment: Pagers linked to call light system & internal spectralink phones
- - Unit Orientation: 2 shifts on the unit. Will also meet with the educator, as they have 3 nurses who do 'file reviews' to ensure accurate documentation
- - Nurse Aides: No nurse aides, but do have OB techs that help w/ C-sections & assist as needed with baby cares.
- - Charge Nurse: Yes, have around the clock--does NOT take patients
- - Shifts/Hours: 12 hours; 7a - 7p/7p - 7a
- - Breaks: 1/2 hour break (clock-out); 3 - 15 min breaks per shift (CA Law)
- - Weekends: Usually every other weekend (same as perm staff)
- - Scrub Color: Provided by hospital
- - Tele: Post-surgery only for the hour post-surgery C-section
- - Vents: N/A
- - IV Team: No
- - RT 24/7: Yes
- - Pharmacy 24/7: Yes