Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery Short Description Registered Nurse providing care in Labor and Delivery, Post-Partum, and Nursery settings. Shift & Schedule Shift Type: Night Shift Shift Hours: 12-hour shifts Schedule: Rotating nights (exact schedule TBD) Location - Syracuse, New York Position Summary The Labor & Delivery RN provides direct patient care for women and newborns in labor and delivery, post-partum, and nursery units. The RN may float between units and is responsible for patient assessments, monitoring, and interventions, including assisting and circulating in C-sections. This role requires acute care experience, the ability to work independently, and strong communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care in labor and delivery, post-partum, and nursery units Float between units as assigned Circulate during C-sections; ability to scrub C-sections preferred Conduct patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and respond to changes in patient status Implement care plans with minimal orientation and supervision Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes Document patient care accurately in the electronic medical record (EPIC preferred) Maintain patient safety, infection control, and compliance with hospital policies Provide patient and family education and support Required Qualifications Active New York State RN license Current BLS certification (must be able to recertify) Minimum 1.5 years of recent acute care experience within the past 2 years Experience in a Level 1 trauma or equivalent hospital preferred Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Preferred Qualifications Ability to scrub C-sections Experience circulating during C-sections Experience using EPIC electronic medical records Professional Competencies Strong clinical judgment and assessment skills in acute care obstetrics Collaborative and patient-centered approach Adheres to professional standards and safety protocols

Created: 2026-03-05