Licensed Practical Nurse Obstetrics-Gynecology (LPN OB-GYN) Jobs
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LPNs with an OB-GYN focus are unique among nursing professionals. Not only do they have the skill sets most valued for LPNs like medication administration, patient education, and risk management, but they also have specialized knowledge that is needed for expectant mothers and all other women seeking medical care from this specialty.
Are you looking to challenge yourself with a position in a new care setting like a women’s clinic, or are you hoping to join an experienced team in a large and busy hospital? Credenza can assist in your search for full-time, part-time, contract, temporary, or per diem LPN OB-GYN jobs. You might also want to explore similar roles such as LPN labor and delivery jobs and mother-baby LPN jobs.
Bring Your LPN Skills and Certifications to a New Position
The LPN scope of practice is unique in nursing, and even more so in the OB-GYN setting. As you take and monitor vital signs; help patients with eating, dressing and toileting; and prepare them for a range of diagnostic tests; an expectant mother may provide you with not one, but two patients who need your care.
In cases like these, and the many others you encounter in LPN OB-GYN jobs, important nursing soft skills like excellent communication, creative problem solving, critical thinking, and time management are crucial. In addition, a wide range of hard skills and certifications can make you an even more valuable team member, as well as a sought-after prospect to new employers. Some of the certifications many LPNs find useful include:
- IV training
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Demonstrating Value as an OB-GYN LPN: Your Resume, Cover Letter, and Interview
When you are seeking new OB-GYN LPN jobs and opportunities, first impressions are important. Make sure your resume is up to date, reflecting your key skills and certifications. In your resume, use the specific phrases or keywords mentioned in the job ad.
For instance, if the job posting requires LPNs to “document medications in the EMR in accordance with unit standards,” these are the words you should use to describe your extensive experience with EMR systems (be it EPIC, Cerner, athenahealth, or any other). You may further highlight your experience and why you are a great culture fit for this team in your LPN cover letter.
In your LPN interview, be confident, honest, and curious. Not only will this demonstrate your strong communication skills in real time, it will also remind you to ask questions. Now is the time to explore whether this unit or clinic is a good fit for your values and career goals.
LPN OB-GYN Salary
The average annual salary for LPNs is $60,790. Of course, your years of experience, care setting, and certifications can all impact your salary. The state you work in can impact your LPN salary as well. Some of the states with the highest average salaries for this role include:
Find LPN OB-GYN Jobs That Are a Great Fit
Ready to explore a new path in your nursing career? Whether you find a place with an exciting OB-GYN team, or decide to broaden your search, check out all the latest LPN jobs and find the one that’s the best fit for you.