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.

BSN rates are $51.50 - $74.80 hr. ADN and MSN rates also available

Night Shift.

Hiring Bonus up to $12,000 (DOE) and Relocation Package Available. Must begin work by March 31, 2024 to qualify.  

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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• 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
• BLS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or Military Training Network branch of AHA (upload documentation with online application)
• BLS must not expire during orientation or probation period, and must have the same expiration date (upload documentation with online application)
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, reach, carry, push, pull and walk throughout the work period
• Able to lift 35 lbs. independently
• Complies with the safe patient mobilization policy when lifting or positioning dependent patients, including using mechanical lifts and coordinating the assistance of other personnel
• The work environment carries risk of exposure to human tissue/fluids and radiation
• Must be able to deal with competing needs and priorities of internal and external customers, including making correct judgments regarding ensuring safe conditions for patients, families, and other personnel
• Use of all hospital approved clinical equipment
• Basic computer skills including the ability to send/receive email, navigate information technology associated with the position, and use Electronic Health Record information and tools
• Current unencumbered Oregon RN license
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Department  Specific Requirements (competencies, equipment, certifications, etc.):

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification (NRP) from American Heart Association at time of hire
• One year of recent labor and delivery experience required
• Will consider candidates with 1 year of recent experience in an adult ICU, emergency department, postpartum, or acute care ward; New graduates: recent Cap Stone experience in labor & delivery may be taken into consideration in lieu o

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