Labor & Delivery RN
Chesapeake, VA
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Nurse

Location: Chesapeake, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide care in a 15-bed OB Emergency Department/Antepartum unit caring for pregnancies greater than 20 weeks.
• Unit includes 11 labor beds, 2 operating rooms, and a 2-bed PACU.
• Schedule options: 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts (overtime after 48 hours).
• Work every other week (EOW), float, and holidays required within contract.
• Must be proficient in EPIC electronic health record system.
• Must comply with a radius rule: permanent address must be at least 50 miles from the facility.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Virginia.
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing.
• Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery nursing experience, with experience within the last year.
• Certifications:

  • ACLS issued by the American Heart Association
  • AWHONN (Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system.

Additional Requirements

• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG.
• Proof of diploma or transcript required.
• Fingerprinting required (Virginia VSP National Criminal Background Check) with results prior to start.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, updated annually.
• Immunizations and titers required within 10 years or as specified:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years, no exemptions accepted)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year.
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months.
• Seasonal flu vaccination required or approved exemption.
• COVID vaccine preferred but not required.
• Pass/fail EKG/medication competency testing required.
• Unit-specific skills checklist and competency exams required.
• Photo for badge required before start.
• References: Proof of 2 references required.
• Employment application and performance evaluation (if applicable).

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Candidates must be willing to work every other week, float, and holidays.
• Overtime is available after 48 hours.
• Radius rule strictly enforced; candidates living within 50 miles of the facility will not be considered.

This position is ideal for experienced Labor and Delivery nurses seeking a travel contract opportunity in Virginia with a well-equipped OB unit.