Labor & Delivery RN
Wichita, KS
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,544/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery (Travel)
Location
- Wichita, Kansas
Employment Type
- Travel assignment
- Contract length: 13 weeks
Unit Information
- Unit: Delivery Room
- Beds: 26
- Staff: 112 total
- Day shift: 1 Clinical Nurse Coordinator (Team Lead), 14 nurses, 2-3 support techs, 2 unit clerks
- Night shift: 1 Clinical Nurse Coordinator (Team Lead), 12 nurses, 2 support techs, 1 unit clerk
- Patient Ratios:
- 1:1 for high-risk labor and C-sections
- 1:2 for antepartum, PPROM, PTL on magnesium, postpartum on magnesium
- 1:3 for postpartum magnesium without baby, outpatients
- Equipment: Alaris pumps, PCA pumps, Monica Novii telemetry, CPN (GE) monitors
- EMR system: Meditech / CPN
Typical Procedures
- C-sections
- Inductions
- AROM (Artificial Rupture of Membranes)
- IUPC (Intrauterine Pressure Catheter)
- DFM (Decreased Fetal Movement) monitoring
- Doppler fetal heart monitoring
Schedule & Work Environment
- Shift: 7 AM to 7 PM
- Hours per week: 36
- Self-scheduling available
- Team nursing approach with strong collaboration and support among nurses
- Supportive leadership team that can assist on the floor as needed
- Many tenured nurses with 20-40 years of experience
- New OB Hospitalist program providing attending support to residency and triage nursing
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kansas
- Minimum 1 year of Labor and Delivery experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) certification
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience circulating in C-sections
- High-risk Labor, Delivery, Recovery (LDR) experience
Desired Personality Traits
- Compassionate, caring, friendly, patient, and solutions-oriented
- Prioritizes patient care experience
Unit Policies & Guidelines
- Oxytocin policy in place
This position offers a supportive, collaborative environment with opportunities to work alongside experienced staff and benefit from a new OB Hospitalist program. Self-scheduling and team nursing contribute to a positive work-life balance.
Employer
Host Healthcare
255 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Lauren has made my travel nursing experience an absolute breeze. She responds almost immediately at any point in the day, she’s amazing at communicating with the different facilities and managers in terms of my contract/applications and any questions I may have, and you can tell that she truly cares about finding me the best job possible. Couldn’t do it without her!
Cons
none
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
About Wichita, KS
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Wichita, KS here's what you should know:- Wichita's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, while winter lows can dip to around 20°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Wichita, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Wichita is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Wichita has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Wichita offers a vibrant food scene with diverse cuisine options.
- It also has a thriving arts and entertainment district in Old Town, featuring theaters, live music venues, and a variety of shops, bars, and clubs.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the city's parks, gardens, and recreational activities.
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