Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Current and unrestricted Registered Professional Nurse license in the state of practice
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required
Preferred certifications include Electronic Fetal Monitoring and RNC-OB.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care to pregnant patients and newborns
Perform maternal and fetal assessments and monitor labor progression
Recognize and respond to changes in maternal or fetal conditions
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
Assist with vaginal and operative deliveries
Provide emergency interventions when necessary
Collaborate with obstetricians, midwives, and the healthcare team.
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits
Retirement savings plan
Continuing education opportunities
Supportive work environment
Professional development programs
Full Job Description
The Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse provides comprehensive, evidence-based, patient-centered nursing care to pregnant patients and their newborns throughout the antepartum, intrapartum, immediate postpartum, and recovery phases of care.
The RN performs maternal and fetal assessments, monitors labor progression, recognizes changes in maternal or fetal condition, administers medications and treatments, assists with vaginal and operative deliveries, provides emergency interventions when indicated, and collaborates closely with obstetricians, midwives, anesthesia providers, neonatal providers, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
The Labor and Delivery RN practices in accordance with professional nursing standards, organizational policies and procedures, applicable state nursing practice laws, and regulatory requirements.
Education
Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred or required according to organizational policy.
Licensure
Current and unrestricted Registered Professional Nurse license in the state of practice.
Required Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Preferred/Additional Certifications
Electronic Fetal Monitoring certification or competency
Advanced Fetal Monitoring education
RNC-OB certification preferred
AWHONN fetal monitoring education preferred
Newly hired nurses may be required to obtain designated certifications within a defined period following hire according to organizational policy.
About RWJBarnabas Health
RWJBarnabas Health is the largest integrated healthcare delivery system in New Jersey, with hospitals, ambulatory care centers, and clinics throughout the state. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals, three children's hospitals, a pediatric rehabilitation hospital, a behavioral health center, and numerous other clinical facilities. RWJBarnabas Health is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients and their families, and to advancing medical research and education.
