Registered Nurse (RN) – Birthing Center/Mother Baby Job Summary This position involves working in a busy birthing center with a focus on labor and delivery, postpartum care, and maternal safety. The ideal candidate will provide compassionate care to mothers and newborns, ensuring adherence to best practices and guidelines. Unit Information Labor & Delivery Beds: 13 Operating Room Suites for C-Sections: 2 Triage Beds: 2 Postpartum Beds: 14 Average Births Per Month: 170-190 Key Responsibilities Attend deliveries independently and assist in circulating for C-sections.
Provide care for patients with high-risk conditions including preeclampsia, diabetes, and mental health concerns. Support newborn transitions and attend to low-risk deliveries. Administer and titrate medications such as magnesium, Pitocin, and insulin as needed. Collaborate with OB/GYNs, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, and nursing assistants to ensure high-quality patient care. Required Qualifications Registered Nurse (RN) with a minimum of 2 years of experience in LDRP.
Current certifications: BLS, NRP; preference for Intermediate or Advanced FHM. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and to adapt to changes in processes and workflows. Shift and Scheduling Shifts are primarily night shifts. Weekend requirements include working nights on Fridays and Saturdays, with holidays rotated with permanent staff. Floating is required within the maternity unit, including postpartum care; no floating to NICU.
Orientation and Training Completion of an 8-hour compliance orientation, followed by an 8-hour EPIC training session. On-the-job orientation includes 2-3 shifts specific to the unit. Additional Information A friendly and supportive management team focuses on feedback and quality improvement. The department encourages adaptability among staff in regards to workflow and operational policies. Location This position is located in a birthing center in the region of Seattle, WA.