We are looking for the best and brightest clinicians who embody servant leadership and are passionate about their vocation. If you are seeking a work home that promotes clinical excellence rather than unreasonable productivity metrics, you will feel right at home here.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum (LDRP Nurse) to join our dedicated team. As an integral part of our maternal health team, you will ensure a safe and supportive environment, monitor maternal and fetal status, and respond to changes in condition. You will assist in labor and delivery procedures, provide post-delivery care and support, and educate patients on prenatal and postnatal care, including breastfeeding and infant care.

We pride ourselves on offering comprehensive, compassionate care to our diverse patient population. Our L&D unit is a vital part of our hospital’s commitment to providing exceptional care to women and families during one of the most significant moments of their lives. The department is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and staffed by a collaborative team of skilled professionals, including nurses, midwives, and obstetricians, all working together to ensure the safety and well-being of both mothers and newborns.

If you are a dedicated and skilled nurse with a passion for women’s health and newborn care, we would love to hear from you. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.


Essential Functions:

• Monitor labor progress: assess contraction patterns, fetal heart tones, and cervical dilation
• Provide labor support: offer pain management and emotional support during labor
• Assist in deliveries: support vaginal deliveries, ensuring the safety of mother and baby
• Perform newborn care: assess and support newborns, including Apgar scoring and initial bonding
• Monitor postpartum recovery: ensure maternal stability, monitor for complications, and provide postpartum education
• Collaborate with care team: work with obstetricians, midwives, and other professionals to create a care plan
• Document patient care: maintain accurate records of labor, medications, and complications
• Educate patients: provide education on childbirth, breastfeeding, and postpartum recovery
• Respond to emergencies: manage obstetric emergencies and neonatal resuscitation when necessary
• Support families: provide emotional support and keep families informed during the process

The Organization:

• Nonprofit Critical Access Hospital
• The most comprehensive health system in the region
• Financially stable and expanding services to meet the needs of the community
• Forward-thinking providers with leading-edge technology
• Team of dedicated professionals devoted to transforming its nursing practice
• Priority from the top down is patient safety and employee development

Requirements:

• Fully authorized to work in the U.S. (VISA sponsorship NOT available)
• Graduate from an Accredited Nursing Program with ADN, BSN, or MSN
• Maintain current CEU’s as required by state licensure
• At least 2-3 years of recent L&D, Mother-Baby, or NICU experience

Licenses and Certifications:

• Active Nursing License in the state of practice
• Possession of current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications required upon hire
• Must obtain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications within 3 months of hire
• Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) Fetal Monitoring certification preferred

Additional Details:

• Day shift (7a – 7p) and Night shift (7p – 7a) availabilities
• Full LDRP (Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum)
• Holistic care in a family-centered atmosphere that doesn’t separate the mother from her baby
• Must be prepared to stabilize and prepare patients, including neonates, for transport
• Collaborative, supportive environment with a close-knit team

Benefits:

• Pay Scale: $51.50/hr – $81.52/hr, based on education and years of experience
  • 15% weekend differential
  • 6% weekend differential
• Three 12-hour shifts (36 hrs/week)
  • Overtime shifts available
  • Flexible scheduling
• Retirement match up to 4%
• Medical + Dental Insurance
• Accrue 5+ weeks PTO year 1
• Up to $32,000 in bonuses over your first 3 years

Location:

Tucked in between mountain ranges and wide open sky, this Southern California community offers a unique blend of natural beauty, affordable living, and career opportunity. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, it’s the perfect place for those who love outdoor adventures like hiking, off-roading, and stargazing. 

This community is tight-knit and welcoming, with local gems like cozy cafés, family-owned restaurants, a vibrant local theatre, and even hot air balloon launches and seasonal festivals. It’s the kind of place where you can slow down, spread out, and still stay connected. 

If you’re looking for a quieter lifestyle without sacrificing professional growth or access to innovation, this could be the perfect next chapter.