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Registered Nurse – Labor and Delivery
Position Overview:
Join The University of Kansas Health System’s dedicated labor and delivery team as a Registered Nurse. In this full-time role, you will play a vital part in providing exceptional maternal and neonatal care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth.
Location:
514 Cleveland Street, Great Bend, KS 67530
Shift Details:
- Full-time night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Rotating weekend schedule (every other weekend)
- On-call responsibilities as needed, no more than one shift per week
- Rotating holiday coverage
Compensation:
- Hourly rate: $30.00 – $36.50, based on experience and qualifications
- Shift differentials:
- Evening (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM): +$2.30/hour
- Night (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM): +$3.75/hour
- Weekend (Friday 7:00 PM – Monday 7:00 AM): +$3.00/hour
Benefits & Career Development:
- Full comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
- Opportunities for ongoing education and professional certification
- Supportive work environment focused on professional growth and excellence in patient care
- Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality nursing care to obstetric patients, mothers, and newborns during labor, delivery, and postpartum stages
- Monitor fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, responding promptly to changes
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and comfort
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, midwives, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans
- Educate patients and families on labor, postpartum care, and newborn care
- Document all patient interactions accurately and thoroughly in accordance with hospital policies
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program; new graduates are encouraged to apply
- Valid Kansas Registered Nurse license (KRN)
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; must be obtained within the first two weeks of employment
- Advanced certifications required within specified timeframes:
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within six months
- Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM) within one year
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) within six months
Preferred Skills:
- Prior labor and delivery or maternal-child health experience preferred but not mandatory
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations
Join our team to make a difference in the lives of mothers and their babies while advancing your nursing career.
Application process:
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly. For further inquiries, contact Marissa Mendenhall at xxxxxxxxxxx*.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce.
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