RN - 19218950

St Johns Regional Medical Center • Oxnard, CA

45d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a travel-based position for a Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) in a hospital setting. The successful candidate will work on a unit that encompasses both Labor and Delivery (L&D) and Postpartum (PP) care. The position includes a night shift schedule with a total of 36 guaranteed hours per week. The shifts are 12 hours long, typically from 7 PM to 7:30 AM. The unit has 7 L&D beds, 4 triage beds with 2 overflow beds, and 27 postpartum beds including a 5-bed nursery. The unit averages 3 births per day, totaling approximately 1545 per year. Candidates will primarily care for patients with high-risk deliveries and a diverse range of needs, including potential substance abuse and language barriers. The unit manages a variety of patient conditions and facilitates necessary transfers to specialized facilities as needed. Available resources include a 24/7 RT and pharmacy service, with OB/Neonatologist on call 24/7. This position will be based in a facility located in [City, State]. Candidates interested in applying should possess a passion for delivering exceptional care in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience in Labor and Delivery
• ACLS certification
• BLS certification
• NRP certification
• Fetal Monitoring (AWOHNN - intermediate or advanced) certification
• L&D nurses must have postpartum experience.

Nice To Haves

• Stable certification is preferred
• At least one prior travel contract experience is preferred
• It is preferred that travelers are open to taking call shifts, but this is optional.
• PP nurses do not necessarily require L&D experience.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to AWOHNN guidelines regarding patient ratios and provide high-quality care to patients in a variety of scenarios, including high-risk deliveries and those requiring transfer due to complications.
• Float between Labor and Delivery and Postpartum units as necessary.
• Circulate in C-sections.
• Assist with deliveries and provide postpartum care.
• Collaborate with charge nurses and resource nurses for effective unit management.
• Support intake processes and stocking supplies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior