Labor & Delivery / Postpartum RN
Las Cruces, NM
LifePoint
3x12 hrs
$2,323/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Registered Nurse – Labor Delivery/Postpartum
Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Not specified
Hours per Week: 36 (weekly guaranteed)
Weekend Hours: Shared weekends
Call Requirements: None
Unit and Patient Population
- Unit: Labor and Delivery (2nd floor)
- Trauma Level: 3
- Number of Beds: 16
- Patient Population: Adults and newborns
- Patient Ratios: Strive for AWHONN standards
- EHR Systems: Centricity, Perinatal, Meditech
- Float Requirements: Special Care Nursery
- Care Model: LDRP care with baby-friendly model (newborns room-in with mothers)
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico
- Minimum of 1 year of Labor and Delivery experience, including experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Experience in OB/GYN and Postpartum care
Skills and Experience
- Must have experience with:
- Antepartum, Intrapartum, Postpartum care
- Circulating for C-sections
- Postpartum bilateral tubal ligation (PPBTL)
- D&Cs (Dilation and Curettage)
- Management of hemorrhage
- Common diagnoses and treatments include:
- Pre-eclampsia, inductions, C-sections
- Preferred personality traits: Flexible, team player, positive attitude
Additional Information
- Dress Code: Scrubs of any color allowed; no jeans or camouflage scrubs permitted
- Orientation occurs weekly on Mondays
- Travel candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as travel staff
Location Highlights
- Situated in the Mesilla Valley of southern New Mexico
- Year-round sunshine with access to outdoor recreation such as hiking, biking, ATV riding, hunting, and horseback riding
- Nearby attractions include White Sands National Park and Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks
This position offers an opportunity to work in a Joint Commission Accredited facility with specialized certifications including Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI and Certified Primary Stroke Center.
Employer
LifePoint
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Cons
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About Las Cruces, NM
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Las Cruces, NM here's what you should know:- Las Cruces has a cost of living that is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 95°F, and the average low in winter is around 30°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Las Cruces, with options available for furnished housing.
- Las Cruces is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to the desert climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Las Cruces offers a variety of restaurants with a focus on Southwestern cuisine.
- The city has a vibrant art scene, with galleries and museums showcasing local talent.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and exploring nearby national parks.
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