By Topic: Obstetric / Labor & Delivery

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Obstetric / Labor & Delivery

Is it unreasonable for a new grad to say no to any and all night shift positions?

Last answered about 13 hours ago 8 answers

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I’m wanting to get away from M/S. My dream is L&D and I’m interested in ER. I have LTC, Corrections, and Inpatient experience. I’m relocating to the DFW area soon. Any ideas on how I might break into a new specialty? Anything I can do to help myself?

Last answered 4 days ago 11 answers

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Is it common for nurses to assist with feeding and changing babies to allow parents to rest in pediatric units?

Last answered 4 days ago 6 answers

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Okay, so I'm not technically a nursing student...I'm a Junior in High School! However, I'm very passionate about becoming a nurse, specifically a labor and delivery nurse. Can I get advice on how to start? Pros and Cons? Thank you all so much :)!

Last answered 6 days ago 27 answers

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How can one become a labor and delivery nurse without any experience. It’s pretty hard when most hospitals want nurses with experience in the field. What are some alternatives jobs, other than med surg, to get into labor & Delivery?

Last answered 10 days ago 1 answer

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Any advice on finding a mother baby job as a (almost) new grad RN? I am really not interested in working med surg and want to get right into maternity, but having trouble finding a job in my area :(

Last answered 15 days ago 1 answer

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My dream job in L&D where I did my practicum just informed me that they only pay $25 vs other hospitals in the area are offering $31 to new grads. What would your advice be?

Last answered 17 days ago 6 answers

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What would an experienced RN that has been out of acute care need to do in order to be considered for reentry? Do hospitals hire nurses that have been out of the hospital for more than 5 years?

Last answered 19 days ago 1 answer

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RN for about 6 years now. ER and L&D. Left the hospital due to nights. Took an Ambulatory position (mainly triage) at a women's clinic. I am VERY restless! How do I get back to bedside (days) w/out being bedside for a year? Its been sad and tough..

Last answered about 1 month ago 3 answers

Obstetric / Labor & Delivery

Has any one been able to work Labor and Delivery, Day shift as a new grad. I am passionate of going into this specialty but they keep offering night shift and I am not able to do night shift. What can I do?

Last answered about 1 month ago 3 answers

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3x12s or 5x8s? Currently night shift L&D, but thinking of moving to OB/GYN practice. New mom, and I feel exhausted and absent from my child’s life, especially weekends/holidays. What are your experiences and opinions?

Last answered about 1 month ago 7 answers

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I have 4 years past experience as an LPN in MA. After graduating 2022 with a BSN I’m looking into OR or L/D. Both specialties require past experience, for those who work in these fields what advice would you give so I standout as a stronger candidate

Last answered 2 months ago 44 answers

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What is a day in the life of an L&D nurse like?

Last answered 3 months ago 3 answers

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Graduate in May. Moving back to Fernandina Beach FL in June once my divorce is final. Here in SC, hospitals literally fight over new grads. I'm struggling to find leads in the NE FL area. Would love a women's health (L&D) residency or ER. Help?

Last answered 3 months ago 1 answer

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Can an Ma hook up NST

Last answered 4 months ago 3 answers

Obstetric / Labor & Delivery

How to get started in labor and delivery after being a school nurse for 20 years. I am BSN RN.

Last answered 4 months ago 1 answer

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I am 2 years post grad and have only worked in the aesthetic field (laser). How can I get hired at a hospital (preferably L&D/PP unit) without any experience? Not considered a new grad and have no experience and can’t get interviews. Help!

Last answered 5 months ago 1 answer

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New Grad question! LD or NICU? I’ve been working in a NICU for a couple of years now and really enjoy it but I’m graduating school in May and wonder if i should challenge myself and start new. I’m torn between LD and NICU.

Last answered 5 months ago 10 answers

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Is it acceptable for a cis male nurse to work in labor and delivery? I had an amazing time in my recent L&D rotation and was wondering if it is worth pursuing. I’d love to hear what everyone thinks, so all opinions and advice are more than welcome!

Last answered 5 months ago 5 answers

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Any tips on how to get into a labor and delivery unit as a fresh new grad nurse with no other healthcare experiences in NJ? I’am trying to het my Fetal heart monitoring certification to make me stand out.

Last answered 6 months ago 2 answers

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How can I get a RN position in NICU or mother/ baby with pediatric nurse home care experience?

Last answered 6 months ago 4 answers

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How do you leave a job while still on orientation? I work night shift on L&D and need a day shift position. I’m a new grad and my managers are telling me if I leave I will be placed on a do not rehire list..

Last answered 6 months ago 15 answers

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I’m super unhappy with my current job, but I have only been in it for 9 months. I’ve done ICU for 5.5 (4.5ish in previous ICU). This ICU just isn’t for me. I’m burned out. How bad is it to look for another job before I hit a year? I want to try L&D.

Last answered 6 months ago 6 answers

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As a current senior in nursing school, how/when should I contact hospitals for potential jobs? I am looking to work in a specific state but I don't feel like Indeed (and other similar websites) are the best places to find jobs for a soon-to-be nurse.

Last answered 6 months ago 4 answers

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Why is it hard to find L&D positions as a new grad? I feel like I’ve applied to every hospital in GA and get no response

Last answered 7 months ago 1 answer