Labor and Delivery Nurses typically work for hospitals of various sizes. Some work in birthing centers under the supervision of a Midwife. While general Registered Nurses often work with a variety of patients with different medical conditions, Labor and Delivery Nurses only work with patients who are delivering their babies. They monitor and support patients in the labor and delivery department, helping with every stage from the time expectant mothers are admitted until they’re discharged. They also help new parents learn how to care for their babies and support their emotional needs in addition to their physical needs.
O que um Labor and Delivery Nurse faz?
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Responsabilidades
Um Labor and Delivery Nurse deve ser capaz de cumprir vários deveres e responsabilidades. A seguir estão alguns deveres e responsabilidades que um Labor and Delivery Nurse deve ser capaz de executar:
Taking vitals for the mom and baby
Administering medication
Monitoring contractions
Identifying complications during labor and delivery
Coaching the mom during labor and delivery
Providing emotional support
Habilidades necessárias
Um Labor and Delivery Nurse competitivo terá certas habilidades e qualificações, incluindo:
Quick decision-making skills to provide proper medical care
Excellent communication skills with patients and Physicians
Technological aptitude to operate medical equipment
Ability to establish rapport with patients quickly
Expertise in various medical procedures, including inserting IVs and taking vitals
Understanding of when to escalate the situation if medical intervention is necessary
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