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Location: Dubuque, Iowa
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit includes Maternity (16 beds), Nursery (12 beds), NICU (4 beds), C-section suite (1 bed), and Overflow rooms
Patient types: antepartum, mother-baby, newborn, OB/GYN, NICU
Delivery volume: 50-60 births per month
Level 2 maternal/neonatal center
Nurse-to-patient ratios: Labor 1:1, Postpartum 1:2, NICU 2:1
Medication administration experience required with glucose, magnesium, pitocin, and insulin drips/titrations

Valid RN license in Iowa
Labor and Delivery experience of at least 2 years, including experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
STABLE certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Valid driver’s license
Travel experience within the last 15 months
Experience with Epic electronic medical record system

Nursery and Mother-Baby experience
NICU experience
Postpartum experience
Professional references or performance evaluations within the last 24 months preferred

Prior travel experience within the last 15 months is required
Newborn Orientation (NBO) is 16 hours
Holiday work required for 1-2 of the 3 summer holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day) unless the unit is closed
No local candidates within 90 miles eligible
Orientation dates available: August 10, 17, and 24
Employee separation policy restricts certain past employees from working travel contracts in this market

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ADDRESS350 North Grandview AvenueDubuque, IA 52001

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Dubuque is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

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Furnished Housing

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Transportation

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Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

Dubuque has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include obesity and cardiovascular disease.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.

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The city has a thriving arts and music scene, with galleries and live music venues.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and water sports along the Mississippi River.

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