Labor and Delivery RN
Nashua, NH
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Nashua, New Hampshire
Contract Length: 6 weeks
Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each)
Hours per Week: 36 hours

Job Details

• Staffing Ratios: 1:1 or 1:2 for labor; 1:3 for couplets
• Call Requirement: None
• Floating: Only within the division; no float to med/surg units
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Unit Systems: Pyxis (medication), Epic (documentation), SBAR (communication)
• Scrubs: Any color allowed

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in New Hampshire
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience, including experience within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel assignment
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
• National Technical Certification (Tech Cert - National)
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Compliance and Background Requirements

• Complete Social Security Verification release and state-specific background checks (including NH statewide release) prior to start
• Background check must include:

  • Social Security Verification
  • National Sex Offender Registry
  • National Criminal Search
  • FACIS Level 3
  • Education Verification
  • Criminal county/state searches (excluding NH counties; NH State Police search required instead)
• Drug screen: 10-panel urine drug screen within 14 days prior to start (no exceptions)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days prior to start
• Physical exam within 1 year prior to start
• Respiratory Safety Clearance questionnaire required
• Two current professional references within last 3 years (one must be from a supervisor or charge RN)
• Employment application and skills checklist required

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Flu Vaccine: Required during flu season (Oct 31 – Apr 1). Medical or religious exemptions require facility-specific waiver and approval
• Tdap: Vaccine within last 10 years required; medical or religious exemptions require documentation and approval
• TB Testing:

  • True 2-step PPD, Qgold, or T-spot within 1 year prior to start
  • For past positive TB, negative chest x-ray within 5 years and annual TB questionnaire required
• Immunizations or Titers Required:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (declinations accepted with waiver)
  • Varicella (history of disease NOT accepted)
• Medical exemptions require provider documentation; religious exemptions are not allowed for MMR, Hep B, Varicella, and Rubeola
• Annual fit mask test required (N95 or equivalent masks); CAPR training available if fit test fails

Testing and Competency Exams

• Basic Dysrhythmia (EKG) Pass/Fail exam required within 48 hours of contract signing for Southern New Hampshire units
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required (for internal purposes)
• Pass/Fail testing for EKG and medication awareness required onsite during orientation
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certification preferred/required depending on unit
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification preferred/required depending on unit

Additional Facility Requirements

• Passport-style photo (jpeg) for badge
• Proof of auto insurance required if driving to patient homes (Home Health/Hospice only)
• Compliance attestation must be completed prior to clearance
• Hepatitis B declination form required if vaccine declined
• Flu and Tdap exemption forms must be completed and approved if applicable

Notes

• Candidates cannot start with pending background or drug screens
• Candidates must complete all required exams and certifications within specified timeframes
• Floating limited to labor and delivery division only
• No call responsibilities

This position is ideal for experienced Labor and Delivery RNs with prior travel experience and strong Epic skills seeking a short-term night shift contract in New Hampshire.