Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Lebanon, PA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Evenings

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience, Epic proficiency, and community hospital background.

Responsibilities

• Labor & Delivery unit in a community hospital setting
• Low-risk patient population with fewer than 100 facility births per month
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Works across multiple care areas including antepartum, L&D, Level I Nursery, LDRP, Mother/Baby, and couplet care
• Schedule is 3x12-hour evening shifts (3:00 PM – 3:00 AM)
• Every other weekend (EOW) required
• On-call is required
• Holiday coverage required as needed
• Floating required as needed
• Epic EMR experience required
• Performs antepartum procedures including NSTs, OCTs, sterile vaginal and speculum exams, triage, and external fetal monitoring
• Manages care for high-acuity obstetric conditions including pre-eclampsia/eclampsia, HELLP syndrome, preterm labor, placenta previa/abruptio, VBAC, malpresentations, and multiple gestation
• Administers a wide range of medications including Pitocin, Magnesium Sulfate, Prostaglandins, antihypertensives, and insulin drips
• Performs L&D management duties including assisting with vaginal deliveries, circulating for C-sections, recovering C-section patients, and managing hemorrhage/shock
• Provides neonatal care including APGAR scoring, neonatal resuscitation, cord sample collection, and use of radiant warmers
• Provides postpartum care including breastfeeding/lactation support, fundus/lochia/perineum care, wound assessment, and postpartum hemorrhage management
• Performs surgical case assistance including cervical cerclage and D&C procedures
• Prior to starting, candidates must complete online modules, which are completed pre-start and generally take 5–6 hours
• Manager interview is required as part of the selection process; candidates are first reviewed by clinical staff for fit
• RTO is limited to a maximum of 7 days for the duration of the contract
• Travel pairs are accepted, though matched schedules cannot be guaranteed
• This is a tobacco-free and fragrance-free facility
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for the travel pay rate
• May be required to care for COVID-positive patients

Requirements

• Active PA or Compact RN license required — no license violations accepted
• Minimum 2 years of L&D RN experience required
• Community hospital experience required
• Travel experience required
• Epic EMR proficiency required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS (AHA or ARC only), AWHONN Intermediate, and NRP
• Preferred certifications: AWHONN Advanced
• Preferred: Prior charge nurse experience
• Proficiency with external and internal fetal monitoring, IUPC placement, and recognition/treatment of abnormal FHR patterns
• IV therapy skills including blood product administration, central line maintenance, phlebotomy, and infusion pump management

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