Birth Center L&D & Postpartum RN
Tacoma, WA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position in a high-acuity birth center requiring WA or compact RN licensure and advanced fetal monitoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital birth center with 15 labor rooms, 12 antepartum beds, 4 OB ED, 3 ORs, and 18 postpartum beds
• Patient population includes high-risk obstetric cases such as hypertension, Mg administration, C-sections, preterm labor, inductions, PROM, and multiple births
• Handles up to 300 deliveries per month with per-AWHONN patient ratios (1:1 active labor, 1:2 non-active, 1:2-3 antepartum depending on acuity)
• Uses EPIC for charting, Alaris CareFusion IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, Centricity/Qx fetal surveillance monitors, and CAD Solaris epidural pumps
• Shift is 12-hour nights (1900-0730) with every other weekend rotation, though schedule may vary based on unit needs
• Floating may occur within L&D, to antepartum and occasionally to postpartum, depending on scope and experience
• Expected to provide care for both mothers and newborns post vaginal birth and C-section, including initial recovery and assessments
• Unit support includes CNA, scrub techs (LPN/NRP certified), charge nurse, phlebotomy, resource RN, break nurse, and 24/7 RT and laborist coverage
• Direct team support from residents, fellows, anesthesia, and additional physicians/midwives in-house
• Orientation includes hospital orientation and two weeks on the unit with preceptor, plus one week independently
• Scrubs are provided by the facility and cannot be worn outside
• RTO requests must be made prior to contract approval; holiday coverage is required based on equitable rotation
• Free badge access parking is available in designated areas
• First-time travelers may be considered upon review

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license is required
• Minimum 3 years of Labor & Delivery RN experience; 5+ years preferred
• Current BLS, NRP, and Intermediate FHM (AWHONN) certifications required
• Demonstrated high-acuity labor management experience, including ability to triage OB patients, circulate in OR, perform cervical checks, and interpret fetal monitoring strips
• EPIC charting experience is required
• Completion of an online cardiac rhythm interpretation exam prior to arrival

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