Labor & Delivery/Mother-Baby RN
Nashville, Tennessee
Nashville General Hospital at Meharry

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

Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:45 - 7:15)
Hours per Week: 36

Job Description

• Position is for an LDRP nurse working between Labor & Delivery (L&D) and Mother-Baby units.
• Must have experience in both L&D and Mother-Baby care.
• Required to float between these units.
• Must be comfortable working with the prison population.
• Orientation includes two 8-hour shifts followed by two 12-hour shifts with the department.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Tennessee.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Minimum 1 year of Labor and Delivery nursing experience within the last year.
• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association, valid throughout assignment.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association, valid throughout assignment.
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), valid throughout assignment.
  • AWHONN Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) - Advanced or Intermediate level required, valid throughout assignment.
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, valid throughout assignment.
  • Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) or Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB), valid throughout assignment.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (must be carried during hours of service).
• Social Security Number or Card for system access.
• Proof of E-Verify or attestation.
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, SS trace, sex offender registry, and federal exclusions (EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG) updated annually or within 30 days of start.
• Drug screening: 9-panel drug test including marijuana, completed within 12 months and annually thereafter.
• Physical exam attesting ability to meet physical demands, completed after signing and updated annually.
• Fit mask test (3M 1860s, 1860, or 1870+), updated annually.
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tdap (one adult dose)
  • Negative TB test (PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or T-spot) within 6 months or chest X-ray if prior positive, updated annually
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: positive titer or 2 vaccines (1 vaccine for Rubella if titer low)
  • Varicella: positive titer or 2 vaccines
  • Hepatitis B: titer, vaccine series, or declination
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required year-round.
• COVID-19 vaccination required prior to start; medical/religious exemptions considered.

Orientation and Training

• Orientation guidebook and travel packet must be reviewed prior to start; candidates must bring copies to orientation.
• Completion of assigned LMS education modules 5 days prior to start (4-8 hours depending on unit).
• Competency exams including medication/pharmacology and EKG/medication tests as applicable.
• Pass/fail testing required for telemetry, med-surg, ICU, ER, forensics, PACU, and endoscopy units with specific passing scores; two attempts allowed before contract termination.
• Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing and safety manual required before start.

Additional Notes

• Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations required.
• Performance evaluations required if previously worked with the system over 1 year; internal evaluations if over 2 years.
• Candidates must bring a passport-style photo (white background, no hats/masks/sunglasses) for badge issuance.
• Parking permit application required prior to start.
• Medical and religious exemption forms for COVID-19 and flu vaccines must be submitted and approved; approval is not guaranteed.

This position offers a specialized nursing role in Labor and Delivery with a focus on flexibility between L&D and Mother-Baby units, requiring strong clinical skills, certifications, and compliance with rigorous health and safety standards.