The Labor & Delivery Unit has 12 labor suites with jetted Jacuzzi tubs, a 4 bed triage area, 3 dedicated operating rooms, and a 2 bay PACU. We provide patient care for our most complex and fragile patients as well as to patients who prefer low intervention births. We have a robust midwifery practice that also promotes underwater birth. OHSU also has a specialized program coordinated by our maternal fetal medicine providers, neonatologist, pediatric surgeons and specialty care coordinators who help coordinate care so our families have all the cutting-edge care at their fingertips. It is truly an exciting place to work.
Function/Duties of Position$8,000 Hiring Bonus for candidates with at least (1) year acute care hospital registered nurse experience. Must begin work by June 30, 2025 to qualify.
Relocation assistance package available. Free parking at night!
Here are some reasons to be excited about the Labor & Delivery program at OHSU:
OHSU is a Magnet designated teaching hospital.There is 24x7 Attending and multidisciplinary Provider coverage so you will have the support you need at all times.We staff to AWHONN standards.This unit has a Maternal Cardiac program.We have a Fetal Surgery program, supporting the following among other things:Intrauterine Fetal Neural Tube Defect repair starting Sep, 2023Intrauterine ablations for twin-to-twin transfusions (TTTS)Fetal blood transfusionsAmniotic fluid reductionA high percentage of nurses on this unit hold advanced certifications.Our nurses are represented on our Shared Governance committee.The state of Oregon is among the top 10 across the country in terms of RN pay. This is a night shift only position. There are no rotations between night and day shift. Required Qualifications External applicants: Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing Degree from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA)Internal applicants: Associate's Degree in NursingCurrent, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse LicenseNew grads welcome to apply if practicum in L&D has been completed.Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification (NRP) from American Heart Association at time of hireBLS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA). BLS must not expire during orientation or probation period.Current unencumbered Oregon RN licenseMust be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation Preferred QualificationsDepartment Specific Preferences (competencies, certifications, etc.):
1-2 years previous experience in a high risk obstetric labor & delivery unitFluency in Spanish or other languagesInpatient obstetric or advanced fetal monitoring certificationSurgical circulating and surgical scrub experience also desirable Additional Details
Length of Orientation – New Graduate Nurse
External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week.Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Residency Learning Pathway or Orientation experience for about 10-26 weeks depending on the care area. An employment service agreement may apply.Length of Orientation – Experienced Nurse
External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week.Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway or Orientation experience for 3 days-26 weeks depending on the care area. An employment service agreement may apply.3 positions available
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