Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery Join our team as a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) in Labor and Delivery, where you will provide specialized care to expectant mothers during childbirth and postpartum recovery. This role involves supporting families during critical moments of their lives. Key Responsibilities: Assess and monitor the health status of pregnant women during labor, ensuring timely interventions when necessary.Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, monitoring patients for any adverse reactions.Support patients during delivery, providing emotional support and guidance throughout the process.Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for mothers and newborns.Educate patients and families on postpartum care, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn care strategies.Document patient information accurately in medical records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Work Environment: The role is based in hospital labor and delivery units where RNs work closely with expectant mothers and newborns.This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Benefits: A competitive salary with opportunities for career advancement within obstetric nursing specialties.A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.Support for continuing education programs to maintain licensure and enhance expertise in labor and delivery nursing practices. Equal Opportunity Employer: Your dedication to supporting maternal health is valued here. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive professionally while delivering exceptional care during critical moments of childbirth. *This information is based on general job descriptions. Actual job responsibilities may vary by location.*

Location:Avera Queen of Peace HospitalWorker Type:PRNWork Shift:Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$28.00 - $42.00Position HighlightsVaried Shifts; PRN, as neededEnjoys delivery care with a team passionate about quality patient outcomesAppreciates an active, challenging care environment that requires critical thinkingOn demand virtual RT support is available during all shifts.Is seeking to develop relationships by providing respiratory therapies, education & companionship with patients as well as their familiesIf you have a passion and desire to enrich lives and touch the hearts of patients, consider joining our team in providing compassionate, high quality care and services within a caring Christian culture.You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewResponsible for the assessment, treatment, and management, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions affecting the cardiopulmonary system for neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, and adults. The individual must demonstrate proficiency in all modalities of respiratory care, which may include, but not limited to oxygen therapy, breathing treatments, airway clearance, blood gases, airway management, non-invasive and invasive ventilator setup and monitoring. This position may also be required to work in the sleep lab.What you will doEvaluates patients in order to receive, review, interpret, and administer the prescribing orders regarding respiratory and cardiopulmonary treatments and tests. Accurately documents patient assessment, interventions, and progress in the electronic medical record, as well as submits charges in an accurate and timely manner.Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care. Initiates and implements respiratory care plans and interventions to meet the needs of the patient in conjunction with the entire healthcare team to ensure full understanding and cooperation to improve patient outcomes.Performs administration, set-up, titration, maintenance, evaluations and documentation of supplemental oxygen, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, mechanical invasive or non-invasive ventilator management, and preparation and administration of respiratory medications.Ensures airway patency including various means of suctioning. (tracheal, nasal, and oral). Attends and assists to patients in respiratory or cardiac arrest by performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency airway care.Performs arterial and capillary punctures, runs venous, arterial and capillary blood gas samples, electrolytes and lactic acid tests and maintains and operates the Blood Gas analyzer.May assist in Pulmonary Rehab by providing appropriate exercises and education to participants. May assist in outpatient clinic as needed and may schedule sleep studies and obtains prior authorizations for the sleep studies when applicable. Performs diagnostic testing through pulmonary function, stress exercise, electrocardiograms, electroencephalograms, oximetry, holter and cardiac event monitoring.Instructs clinical staff on the use of respiratory therapy equipment and the use of the EKG equipment.Assists with implementing and updating policies and procedures, maintenance of quality assurance reports and records, and maintenance of equipment and ordering of supplies.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Respiratory Therapist - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire andCertified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire orRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Bachelor's 1-3 years Expectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. 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ASSEMBLING OUR AMMOAs the world’s leading air force, we work with some of the most advanced weapons known to man. It’s the responsibility of Munitions Systems specialists to manage all aspects of nonnuclear munitions processes. Working with a high attention to detail, they store, assemble, account for and transport weapons systems to complete our missions across the world.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationYou must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year. Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB. ASVAB SCORE REQUIREMENTS60 Mechanical (M) or 57 Electronics (E) QualificationsCompletion of basic munitions systems courseNormal color visionNormal depth perceptionNo record of untreated emotional instability or domestic violencePossession of a valid state driver’s license to operate government motor vehiclesCompletion of a current National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and CreditCompletion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military TrainingMust be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistmentMust be a U.S. citizen

SECURING OUR TECHNOLOGYThe Air Force relies heavily on advanced computer and software systems, so it is paramount to keep those systems safe. It’s the job of Cyber Systems Operations specialists to design, install and support our systems to ensure they operate properly and remain secure from outside intrusion. These experts enhance our capabilities and provide us with the best and most secure systems so we can stay ahead of the curve in everything we do.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationYou must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year. ASVAB SCORE REQUIREMENTSGeneralQualificationsKnowledge of cyber system elementsCompletion of Cyber Systems Operations Initial Skills courseCompletion of a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military TrainingMust be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment

SPECIALIZED AIRCRAFT IS OUR SPECIALTYThe Air Force employs hundreds of tactical aircraft to complete our missions, including fighters, strike-fighters and attack planes. It’s the responsibility of Tactical Aircraft Maintenance specialists to ensure that every component of these high-performance aircraft is maintained to the most exacting standards. These experts ensure that the aircraft in their care are ready to fly at a moment’s notice so that pilots can safely and effectively complete their mission.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationYou must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. *High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year. Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB. ASVAB Score Requirements47 Mechanical (M)QualificationsKnowledge of principles applying to aircraft systemsNormal color visionCompletion of a current National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and CreditCompletion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military TrainingMust be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment

MAINTAINING AIRCRAFT INTEGRITYWhen an aircraft suffers damage, it’s essential to fix it and get back in the air. Responsible for repairing physical damage, Aircraft Structural Maintenance specialists maintain the high quality structures of Air Force aircraft. Utilizing various methods, these professionals do everything from installing replacement parts to building a replacement from scratch in order to restore the structural integrity of the aircraft and ensure the safety of the Airmen who fly them.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationYou must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. *High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year. Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB. ASVAB Score Requirements47 Mechanical (M)QualificationsKnowledge of aircraft construction featuresCompletion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military TrainingMust be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment

FORTIFYING OUR DEFENSESMissiles and rockets are critical components of our national defense strategy. Responsible for servicing and maintaining them, Missile and Space Systems Maintenance specialists ensure these assets are fully operational at all times. From missile launchers to space lift boosters, these highly knowledgeable experts plan, organize and perform every service necessary to keep these systems in pristine working condition so they’re ready when we need them.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationYou must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB ASVAB REQUIREMENTSElectronicsQualificationsKnowledge of electronic theoryCompletion of a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military TrainingMust be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment

TRANSLATING IN THE AIRWhen we receive or intercept data in the air, it’s critical for us to understand it in order to act accordingly. Responsible for translating intelligence communications, Airborne Cryptologic Language Analysts utilize fluent foreign language skills to analyze messages obtained during flight. Providing threat warnings and actionable intelligence that can assist in mission planning, these highly skilled specialists are critical to keeping our missions successful and our Airmen safe.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationYou must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year. Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB. ASVAB SCORE REQUIREMENTS72 General (G) QualificationsA minimum score of 62 on the Predictive Success Model.No record history of temporomandibular joint pain or disorderHeight no less than 59 inches and no more than 80 inchesSuccessful completion of a polygraph testCompletion of a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)Demonstrated proficiency in a designated language, or successful graduation of the Defense Language Institute in a designated languageCompletion of Aircrew Fundamentals Course, Airborne Cryptologic Linguist Course, and designated Survival SchoolsCompletion of Initial Qualification Training with a valid aviation qualificationCompletion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military TrainingMust be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment

FUELING OUR AIRCRAFT FOR FLIGHTThere is little to no room for error during flight, especially when it comes to the fuel system. Responsible for diagnosing and repairing fuel system malfunctions, Aircraft Fuel Systems specialists correct problems before planes are airborne. By completing comprehensive checks on these complex systems, these highly trained specialists ensure that fuel systems won’t malfunction during flight.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationYou must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. *High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year. Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB. ASVAB Score Requirements47 Mechanical (M)QualificationsKnowledge of internal hardware such as valves, lines, gauges and controlsCompletion of appropriate Aircraft Fuel Systems coursesNormal color visionCompletion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military TrainingMust be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment

KEEPING PIPES FLOWINGThe Air Force must maintain thousands of miles of fuel and water lines essential to our daily operations. It’s the job of Water and Fuel Systems Maintenance specialists to manage the plumbing, wastewater collection systems, liquid fuel storage and natural gas distribution systems on every base. These professionals are highly trained in a wide variety of areas, including the principles of operation and construction and fire suppression systems in order to keep our bases running smoothly while upholding the highest environmental standards.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationYou must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. *High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year. Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB. ASVAB Score Requirements47 Mechanical (M) and 28 Electronics (E)QualificationsPossession of a valid driver’s license to operate government motor vehiclesFreedom from fear of confined spaces Freedom from fear of heightsNormal color visionCompletion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military TrainingMust be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment