About this opportunity
American Traveler lists this Travel RN - Labor & Delivery opportunity in alexandria, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring proficiency in fetal strip interpretation and OB circulating skills.
Requirements
Active RN license (Louisiana or Compact) currently in hand
Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NRP
Fetal Monitoring certification (AWHONN Intermediate or Advanced, or NCCEFM) required
NRP must be Advanced 9th Edition
Minimum 1 year of recent Labor & Delivery experience required
Proficient in starting IVs and drawing labs
Skilled in interpreting fetal strips
Proficient in performing vaginal exams
Experience as an OB circulator required
Scrubbing ability preferred
No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
Responsibilities
Work in the Labor & Delivery unit of a Women's and Children's Hospital
Unit includes 2 triage rooms, 10 labor rooms, and 2 ORs
Patient ratios of 1:1 or 2:1 depending on acuity
Uses fetal monitors, IUPC, FSE, fluid warmer, IV pumps, and epidural pumps
EMR systems used include CPN and Meditech
Performs procedures including vaginal deliveries, c-sections, amniocentesis, amnioinfusions, and IUPC/FSE placement
Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Rotate every other weekend
Possible circulator on-call responsibilities
Floating limited to a closed unit with cross-training to postpartum
Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity Labor & Delivery setting
Work alongside a team including charge nurses, triage nurses, scrub techs, and secretaries on each shift
Teal scrubs required for nursing staff
Best suited for candidates who are organized, detail-oriented, empathetic, and compassionate
Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for consideration
First-time travelers may be considered for this position
Benefits
High Pay and Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
401(k) Plan
Weekly Payroll Deposit
Free Online CEUs
Generous Housing Allowance
Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
Traveler Rewards and Discounts
Job ID: P-
Open Positions: 1
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Worksite address
alexandria, LA, 71302, US
Who can apply
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