Contract - RN - Labor and Delivery

The Labor and Delivery nurse assumes responsibility andaccountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery ofpatient care in the L&D Setting. TheLabor and Delivery nurse demonstrates the ability to make clinical judgments inan effective and efficient manner with supervision. The labor and delivery nurse works with Mothers during thefinal stages of pregnancy helping with birthing, monitoring the Mother's vitalsigns, and becoming astute in signs and symptoms of possiblecomplications. The labor and deliverynurse is involved in patient education and addressing the psychosocial needs ofMothers after delivery and demonstrates critical thinking and performanceability in the coordination of patient care. Consistently performs according to nursing standards and is accountablein managing patient care and assisting others in the management of patientcare. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement andevaluate patient care Assess signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocialchanges in the patient's condition Collects, analyzes, and interprets data and information fromhealthcare members and documents actual and/or potential nursing diagnoses Plans for expected outcomes of care for those patientsassigned Performs interventions according to identified priorities,plan of care, and the hospital policies and patient care outcome standard Provides a safe, comfortable and therapeutic patientenvironment Uses clinical judgment in the evaluation of activities to meetpatient care needs of an assigned unit/floor including establishing priorities Monitors the safety and effectiveness of the environment andequipment Promotes interpersonal relations withpatients/family/significant others, hospital healthcare coworkers, andphysicians Uses effective communication skills with all contacts whilebeing objective and sensitive Communicates pertinent information about patient, nursingunit, and activities as appropriate Monitors vital signs for the mother and baby Administers medication as ordered Monitors contractions and fetal heart rate Identifies complications during labor and delivery Communicates the mother's condition and needs to thephysician Coaches the mother during labor and delivery and providesemotional support Caring for the mother after she gives birth Performs other duties as assigned/necessary Minimum Requirements: Current Registered Nurse license within the state of practice.? One year of Labor and Delivery clinical experience withinthe last three years preferred.? Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable Current CPR if applicable TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required Computer proficiency required Must be at least 18 years of age The Amergis Travel Division iscurrently seeking highly skilled Labor & Delivery Unit RN (L&D) forAssignments in Bakersfield, CA. PositionDetails: Shift Length: 4×12 hour shifts | 48hrs / week ( 36 hours available) Shifts: Night shift Available Start Date: ASAP through December Start Available Length: 13 weeks Requirements: 1-2 year of Experience Compensation48 hours week *Total Travel Pay Package = $4802 /week *Based upon qualifying for position and allowances. Total packageis inclusive of taxable wages and allowances.Please note that this pay range represents a good faith estimateof the compensation that will be offered for this position based on thecircumstances. The actual pay offered to a successful candidate will take intoaccount a wide range of factors, including but not limited to location,experience, and other variable factors.**For more information call or email me at either below. ** Iyanah Gilford National Recruitment Manager II 813-261-2336 iygilfor@amergis.com Please follow this link Click Here To : Complete Web Form! & Submit Resume AmergisTravel Advantages Local office footprint in most major cities across the country. Premium pay rates with tax advantage compensation Health/Dental/Vision Insurance available on 1 st of month Weekly pay through direct deposit Fully furnished, private housing available (pets are welcomed) Expense reimbursement for travel and state licensure available Accessible via office phone, email, or text Emergency, On-call line, available 24/7 Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.