Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Jacksonville, NC
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

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

Job Details

• Shift: 4x12 hour shifts, Nights (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Schedule: Weekends required, no call
• Unit: 10-bed labor and delivery unit
• Patient Ratio: Varies from 1:1 to 1:4 depending on stage of labor
• Floating: Must be willing to float if needed
• Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct care to obstetrical patients
  • Perform assessments, medication administration, and carry out provider orders
  • Evaluate effects of treatments and document care
  • Communicate effectively with the care team
  • Adhere to hospital policies and accreditation standards

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current RN license in North Carolina or compact state RN license
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience (in specialty)
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) — must be current within last 6 months
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) — must be obtained prior to start
• Meditech experience required

Additional Requirements

• Must live outside a 50-mile radius (no locals)
• Must complete required background checks and verifications including:

  • 7-year criminal background check
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks
  • Education verification and diploma/transcript
• Required health documents and immunizations:

  • Physical exam within 1 year
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Tdap vaccine within 10 years
  • Flu vaccination or approved declination during flu season
  • COVID vaccination proof if vaccinated; unvaccinated must complete declination form
  • Drug screening (10-panel) within 30 days of start
  • Immunizations or titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
• Facility-specific documents and attestations must be completed and signed prior to start
• Must complete LMS modules during orientation
• Must complete facility-specific TB questionnaire and COVID-19 screening questionnaire

Certifications Notes

• ACLS, BLS, NRP, and CPI certifications must be valid and not expiring within 30 days of start
• CPI certification for ICU, IMCU, MS/T, NICU, L&D; ER RNs require in-person CPI or NCI training
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) preferred but not required
• STABLE certification required for Maternal Child and Nursery units

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned

Summary

This is a night shift Labor and Delivery RN travel contract in Jacksonville, NC, requiring 1 year of clinical experience, multiple current certifications, and Meditech experience. The role involves direct obstetrical patient care with variable patient ratios and requires weekend work and floating flexibility. Candidates must meet strict background, health, and immunization requirements and complete facility-specific onboarding documentation.