RN LD

We're looking for Labor and Delivery RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Hastings, NE. The right RN should have 3 years' recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements. L&D Travel Nurses provide care and support for women before, during and after delivery of a baby. L&D RNs must ensure that the medical as well as emotional needs of their patients are met at all times throughout the birthing process. As an L&D RN, you'll be responsible for assisting physicians when epidurals or pain medications are administered, episiotomies are performed, or when the patient requires preparation for a cesarean delivery. As an L&D Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks: Stay with and monitor patient throughout labor. Monitor contractions and help patients with breathing techniques. Check cervix periodically to monitor progression/lack of dilation. Ensure beds are kept clean and dry; clean up bodily fluids expelled before and after birthing process. Aid physician with drapes, gloves, gowns, delivery instruments, etc. Immediate care of newborn.