Birth Center Labor & Delivery RN
Tacoma, WA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring high acuity L&D expertise and current BLS, NRP, and Intermediate FHM certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital Birth Center unit specializing in Labor & Delivery
• Unit includes 15 labor rooms, 12 antepartum, 4 OB ED, 3 OR, and 18 postpartum beds
• High acuity OB patient population including hypertension, preterm labor, C-sections, and post-partum hemorrhage
• Up to 300 deliveries per month with a 33% C-section rate
• Patient ratios follow AWHONN guidelines, with 1:1 for active labor and 1:2 for non-active laboring or antepartum depending on acuity
• 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend required; schedule may vary
• Uses EPIC EMR (experience required), Alaris CareFusion IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, Centricity/Qx fetal monitoring, CAD Solaris epidural pumps, Panda Warmers, and Coviden SCD's
• Floating may occur to antepartum or postpartum units within scope and experience
• Responsible for delivery management, postpartum and newborn transition, and providing full recovery care for birthing patients and newborns
• Support team includes charge nurse, CNAs, scrub techs (NRP certified), phlebotomy, two scheduled break nurses per shift, resident/fellow physicians, and 24/7 RT and laborist coverage
• Orientation includes hospital onboarding and two weeks on the unit, followed by one week solo; cardiac rhythm exam completed online prior to arrival
• Scrubs are provided and must not be worn outside the facility
• Holiday coverage required and determined fairly among staff
• Approval for requested time off must be obtained before contract approval
• First-time travelers may be considered upon review
• Free badge access parking is available on site

Requirements

• Active RN license required
• Minimum 3 years of recent, high acuity L&D experience required (5+ years preferred)
• Current BLS, NRP, and Intermediate FHM (AWHONN) certifications required
• Proficient in triaging OB patients, labor management and delivery for high risk OB, and OB OR circulator skills
• Experience reading and interpreting fetal monitoring strips and performing cervical checks
• Experience with EPIC charting system required
• Comfort working independently with high-risk OB scenarios

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