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Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

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

Job Details

Unit: Labor and Delivery
Shift: 3x12 hour day shifts (07:00 - 19:30)
Hours per week: 36
Start Date: ASAP
Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Magnet recognized
Charting System: Epic
Parking: Free

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in California
Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery nursing experience, including experience within the last year
Completion of at least one travel nursing assignment
ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
PALS certification issued by the American Heart Association or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation
AWHONN Intermediate certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Scheduling & Work Conditions

Weekends may exceed every other weekend to meet unit needs
Scheduling requests due to outside employment will not be considered
Travel pairs will not be considered
Local radius: 50 miles
Facility may call off once per pay period (2 weeks)

Preferred Experience

Experience in large hospital settings highly preferred

Required Documentation & Compliance

Background Check: Within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years; must be updated annually
Drug Screen: 9-panel drug screen within 12 months of start; instant tests acceptable if paired with attestation
Physical Exam: Within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO, indicating fitness to work
Immunizations & Health Requirements:
- TDAP vaccine within 10 years or declination
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer with acceptable alternatives
- Hepatitis B vaccination series or signed declination
- Varicella vaccination or positive titer
- Seasonal flu vaccine during flu season or declination
- COVID vaccination record preferred (declinations accepted)
Respiratory Safety Clearance: Required annually for travel candidates
Fit Mask Testing: Required annually for travel candidates, completed onsite if no valid record
Photo for Badge: Passport-style photo with neutral background required prior to start
Education Verification: Required for nursing degree verification
NURSYS Verification: Required for all RNs
Work History: Employment application covering last 5 years; verification of work history may be required
Skills Checklist: Annual update required for applicable units

Training & Competencies

Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) training required for all L&D RNs, met by AWHONN or NCC EFM certification or Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring Assessment exam
Annual regulatory and specialty-specific training modules required via LMS (Workramp)
Epic training modules required and must be completed promptly after orientation

Additional Notes

Float policy acknowledgment required; may be asked to float to other nearby facilities
No pending licenses or background issues (felonies, multiple DUIs) allowed
All required certifications and skills must be current and verifiable before start

This position is ideal for experienced Labor and Delivery RNs with current certifications and a strong background in acute care hospital settings, ready to work a travel contract in California.

Facility

Saint Joseph Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
463 beds

ADDRESS1100 West Stewart DriveOrange, CA 92868

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About Orange, CA

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

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Orange, CA is higher than the national average.
Wages may be higher to match the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 85°F and winter lows around 45°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some searching due to high demand in the area.

Transportation

Orange, CA is car-friendly with good freeway access.
Public transportation options are available within the city and to neighboring areas.

Demographics

The population is diverse with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the warm climate.
There is a substantial population of travel nurses in Orange, CA.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues can be found in Orange.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local parks and golf courses, and outdoor activities are popular due to the city's proximity to beaches and hiking trails.

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