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 a WA or compact RN license, high-acuity L&D skills, and EPIC documentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a large hospital Birth Center with 15 labor rooms, 12 antepartum rooms, 4 OB ED rooms, and 3 ORs
• Serve a high-acuity labor and delivery population including hypertension, preterm labor, C-sections, multiple births, and postpartum hemorrhage
• Up to 300 deliveries per month with a 33% C-section rate
• Typical patient ratios follow AWHONN guidelines: 1:1 for active labor, 1:2 non-active laboring, 1:2-3 antepartum as acuity requires
• Frequent use of Epic EMR, Centricity/Qx fetal surveillance, Alaris CareFusion pumps, Pyxis, CAD Solaris epidural pumps, and Panda Warmers
• Scheduled for 12-hour night shifts with a weekend rotation and no mandatory call requirements
• Floating may occur to antepartum and postpartum areas based on scope and experience, except for Assistant Nurse Managers
• Comprehensive team support includes CNAs, LPN/NRP-certified scrub techs, free-floating charge nurses, HUC/receptionists, phlebotomy, respiratory therapists, laborists, residents, and anesthesia
• Precepted orientation provided, including hospital orientation plus 2 weeks on the unit and 1 week independently
• Traditional orientation includes one day NEO, two days on unit, and a cardiac rhythm interpretation exam
• Incidental days off (24-48 hours) must be discussed with management
• Holiday coverage is required and distributed fairly among staff
• Scrubs are provided and must be worn only inside the facility
• Free designated parking is available on site
• First-time travelers will be considered upon review

Requirements

• Active WA or compact state RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of recent L&D experience with previous travel assignments; 5+ years preferred
• Current BLS, NRP, and Intermediate Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM) certifications required
• Demonstrated skill in high-acuity labor management, OB triage, OR circulation, cervical checks, and fetal strip interpretation
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Ability to perform as second hands for recovery of newborns when needed

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