Clinical Practice
Labor & Delivery Nurse
Supports mothers through labor, delivery, and immediate postpartum recovery. Must manage both routine and emergency obstetric situations.
Salary Range
$60,000 – $95,000
Education
BSN preferred
Next Steps
High-Risk OB Nurse, L&D Charge Nurse, CNM
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor fetal heart tracings
- Assist with vaginal and cesarean births
- Administer epidurals and oxytocin drips
- Recognize and respond to OB emergencies
- Provide postpartum education
Work Settings
Hospital Labor & Delivery UnitsBirth Centers
Certifications
RNC-OBC-EFM
Career Advancement
High-Risk OB Nurse, L&D Charge Nurse, CNM
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