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Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Nurse (Registered Nurse)

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

Job Description

Position: Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse
Schedule: 7 PM to 7 AM (3 shifts of 12 hours each per week)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Unit Details:
- High-risk Labor & Delivery unit
- 16 labor rooms, 6 triage rooms, 6 antepartum rooms, 3 ORs
- Level 3 NICU on site
- Teaching facility with resident coverage
Patient Population: Obstetric patients > 20 weeks gestation, including cases with preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, PPROM, multiples, fetal anomalies, and cardiac defects
OR Team: Handles scheduled C-sections and add-on cases during the day
Anesthesia: 24/7 in-house anesthesia coverage
Procedures: External cephalic versions performed during the day

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia
Minimum 1 year of Labor and Delivery nursing experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Certifications:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Circulating nurse skillset

Unit Information

Average daily census: 15 patients
Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:2
No on-call required
Scheduling: Self-scheduling
Medication management system: Omnicell
Documentation systems: EPIC and OBTV
Communication method: SBAR
Scrubs provided
EPIC training: Stork/OB module

Health and Safety Requirements

Flu vaccine required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31) unless approved medical or religious exemption is provided
Fit test for N95 mask within last 12 months required
Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
Adult TDAP vaccine required
Drug screening within 30 days of start
Required immunizations or titers: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
Physical exam within 1 year, including assessment of ability to meet physical demands

Compliance and Documentation

Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
Proof of I9, government-issued photo ID, and E-Verify
Completion of facility-specific orientation, policies, and acknowledgements prior to start
Submission of 2 clinical references
Completion of competency exams and annual core training modules
Candidate must complete vendor access request and facility background check process

Additional Notes

No call required
Candidates must wear both agency and facility badges at all times
Facility requires review and signature of multiple policies and agreements prior to start
EPIC training modules may require 5-8 hours to complete before start date for some candidates

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity Labor & Delivery unit with a supportive team and advanced resources. Ideal for experienced L&D nurses seeking a travel contract in Virginia.

Facility

Virginia Hospital Center

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Short Term Acute Care
321 beds

ADDRESS1701 North George Mason DriveArlington, VA 22205

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About Arlington, VA

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Arlington, VA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Arlington, VA, has a higher cost of living compared to the national average.
Wages are generally higher to match the increased cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 86°F to 89°F, while winter lows range from 24°F to 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Arlington, VA, and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods.

Transportation

Arlington is car-friendly, but it also offers a well-developed public transportation system, including buses and a subway system (Metro).

Demographics

Arlington is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
Common health issues may include typical urban health concerns.
There is a large population of travel nurses in Arlington, VA.

Things to Do

Arlington boasts a diverse dining scene, lively nightlife, theaters, live performance venues, and a variety of outdoor activities in its parks and trails, such as the popular Custis Trail.

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