Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN
Houston, TX
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,951/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,951/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Holiday Pay
Guaranteed Hours
401k retirement plan
Cancelation protection
Referral bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits

Qualifications

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Required

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (1 year)

License

Texas Nursing License

Other

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Description

Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery

Location: Houston, Texas
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36

Unit Overview

Unit: Labor & Delivery
Floor: 3rd Floor, Main Hospital
Beds: 35
Staff: 160 total
- Day Shift: 2 charge nurses, 24 RNs, 5 Surgical Techs, others
- Night Shift: 2 charge nurses, 21 RNs, 4 Surgical Techs, others
Patient Ratios:
- Laboring: 1:1 or 2:1
- Antepartum Unit (APU): 2:1
- Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU): 2:1
Equipment: Hill-Rom birthing beds, Alaris IV pump, GE core metrics fetal monitor, Panda warmer, CADD Solis epidural pumps, NOVI wireless fetal monitor
Electronic Medical Records (EMR): CPN (Centricity), Meditech

Typical Procedures

Vaginal Delivery
Cesarean Sections
PACU recovery
Antepartum care and testing
Continuous Electronic Fetal Monitoring

Required Certifications & Licenses

Registered Nurse License (RN)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
AWHONN Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring
BLS (Basic Life Support)
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

Experience Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in Labor & Delivery nursing

Preferred Skills

OR Circulation experience for Cesarean Sections
Placement of Fetal Scalp Electrode (FSE) and Intrauterine Pressure Catheter (IUPC)

Policies & Guidelines

Pitocin and Cervical Ripening protocols
Magnesium Sulfate, Hydralazine, Labetalol protocols

Dress Code

Scrub Color: Royal Blue
Specific attire requirements apply (no unacceptable attire detailed)

Additional Unit Highlights

Baby Friendly Designation
13 Bed Maternal Assessment Center for triage of pregnant patients
24/7 Ancillary Services including Anesthesia, Neonatal, Laborist, and Hospitalist support
Competitive market; unit offers new equipment and experienced staff

Requirements/Qualifications

Valid RN license in Texas
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Minimum 1 year of Labor and Delivery experience within the last year
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
AWHONN Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring certification
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification

This position is ideal for RNs with Labor & Delivery experience seeking a travel assignment in a well-equipped, supportive environment with a focus on maternal and neonatal care.

Employer

PRIDE Health

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About

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.

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About Houston, TX

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Houston, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.

Transportation

Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.

Demographics

Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.

Things to Do

Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.

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