Postpartum/Mom Baby RN
Wichita, KS
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,543/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
RN - Postpartum / Mom Baby (Travel)
Location
- Wichita, Kansas
Job Type
- Travel assignment
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Hours per week: 36
Unit Information
- Postpartum unit on 5th floor, main building
- 29 beds plus 8 overflow
- Staff: ~50 (day and night shifts)
- Patient ratio: Approximately 3-4 couplets per RN (estimated)
- Equipment: Welch Allen vitals machines, CPN monitors, Point-of-Care glucose monitoring
- EMR system: Meditech / CPN
Typical Procedures
- Point-of-Care glucose monitoring
- Breastfeeding support
- Postpartum hemorrhage management
- Assisting with circumcision
- Hypertension assessment and management
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Kansas
- Minimum 1 year of postpartum nursing experience, with experience within the last year
- BLS certification
- NRP certification
- De-escalation skills in a healthcare setting
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with high-risk postpartum patients
- Level 2 Nursery experience
Work Environment & Culture
- Close-knit, team-oriented unit with nurses and patient care technicians working collaboratively
- Busy postpartum unit with mostly high-risk patients (low-risk patients are cared for at a separate facility)
- Flexible scheduling with willingness to accommodate travelers
- Must adhere to hospital standards of behavior (HCA ICARE)
Ideal Candidate Traits
- Positive attitude
- Hardworking and enjoys staying busy
- Team player who likes to help others
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Wichita, KS
As a Travel Post Partum Nurse in Wichita, KS here's what you should know:- Wichita's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, while winter lows can dip to around 20°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Wichita, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Wichita is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Wichita has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Wichita offers a vibrant food scene with diverse cuisine options.
- It also has a thriving arts and entertainment district in Old Town, featuring theaters, live music venues, and a variety of shops, bars, and clubs.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the city's parks, gardens, and recreational activities.
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