Labor and Delivery Nurse
Burlingame, California
Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Nurse

Location: Burlingame, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide support to Obstetricians, surgical scrub techs, registered nurses, and Charge Nurses in the Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) setting.
• Perform patient assessment, monitoring, and communication under supervision of a Charge Nurse.
• Follow local, state, and federal regulations to ensure patient privacy and safety.
• May mentor and train students.

Shift Details

• Night shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call duties

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
• Minimum 1 year of Labor and Delivery nursing experience within the last year, including Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) experience
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Background and Screening Requirements

• 7-year background check including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required and updated annually
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law)
• Employment history verification covering 7 years with no gaps over 30 days
• Professional references: 2 for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates; 1 for per diem non-acute care

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, cleared for work
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (specific mask types required)
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test (QGold or TSPOT within 90 days or 2-step PPD) with annual renewal
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive IGG titer or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer, completed series, or signed declination
  • Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30)
• Drug testing and respiratory safety clearance required prior to start

Competency and Documentation

• Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required
• Photo for badge (passport-style) required
• Completion and signing of facility-specific documents including job description, standards of business conduct, confidentiality agreement, code of conduct, vendor training, and regulatory orientation prior to start
• TB screening questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• No driving or personal/auto insurance required for this role.
• Religious exemptions for facial hair (PAPR) or vaccines require approval and specific documentation.
• Candidates must comply with all facility and regulatory requirements to maintain clearance and employment eligibility.

This position offers a structured night shift schedule in a supportive L&D environment with a focus on patient safety, regulatory compliance, and professional development.