Labor and Delivery RN - Mother/Baby
Hickory, NC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Labor & Delivery with Mother/Baby Experience)

Location: Hickory, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Unit: Labor & Delivery with Mother/Baby experience
• Shift: 3x12 hour shifts, weekday nights (7 PM - 7 AM) with every other weekend (EOW)
• Option to flex to a 4th shift if needed/available
• Overtime available after 48 hours
• Patient Ratios: 1:2

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty
• Prior travel experience is preferred (not required)

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) via AHA
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - Advanced NRP through AAP required; Essentials not accepted

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Proof of I9 or Attestation
• Government issued photo ID (must be carried during hours of service)
• Proof of E-Verify or Attestation
• Residency Declaration Form (if working on a compact license)
• Background Check:

  • 7-year criminal check within 1 year of start, updated annually
  • Must include education verification of highest degree/diploma
  • No pending charges allowed
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education Verification of highest degree/diploma (official transcript or diploma if needed)
• NURSYS verification for all RNs within 30 days of start
• Facility-specific compliance checklist and job description required
• Physical Exam within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Required vaccinations or titers (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella) with acceptable declinations or pending series allowed under specific conditions
• 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (instant acceptable)
• Seasonal flu vaccination required October 1 - April 1, with exemption options
• Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Skills checklist updated annually for applicable unit

Additional Notes

• Locals accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Candidates must bring hard copies of all health documents on their first day
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests required as applicable, with passing scores
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification preferred for ER; may be completed onsite if extending contract

This position is ideal for experienced Labor & Delivery RNs with Mother/Baby skills looking for a travel contract in North Carolina with a supportive hospital system and clear certification and compliance requirements.