RN, Labor & Delivery - Oregon Health & Science University

Department Overview:

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!

 

$52.11- $86.81 per hour, based on RN Degree and level of experience.

 

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, 2023
  • Intrauterine ablations for twin-to-twin transfusions (TTTS)
  • Fetal blood transfusions
  • Amniotic fluid reduction
• A 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.

 

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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 Nursing
• Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification (NRP) from American Heart Association at time of hire
• One year of recent labor and delivery experience required 
• BLS 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 license
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Preferred Qualifications:

Department Specific Preferences (competencies, certifications, etc.):

NRP

• 1-2 years previous experience in a high risk obstetric labor & delivery unit
• Fluency in Spanish or other languages
• Inpatient obstetric or advanced fetal monitoring certification
• Surgical circulating and surgical scrub experience also desirable

Additional Details:

Benefits Package:

• Comprehensive health care plans. Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents.
• $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
• Vacation- 192 to 288 hours per year depending on length of service, prorated for part-time
• Sick Leave- 96 hours per year, prorated for part-time
• Holidays - up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue .0308 holiday hours for each hour paid)
• Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri-met and C-Tran)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources

 

 

Length of Orientation  

• Experienced Nurse (Fellowship or Specialty Fellowship) with >1 year of experience:
  • Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Learning Pathway or Orientation experience individualized to the candidate between 2-14 weeks. 

*Bonus Disclaimer: current RN employees at OHSU, Adventist Medical Center in Portland or Hillsboro Medical Center are not eligible for the hiring bonus.

 

2 positions available.

 

 

All are welcome:

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.