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Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery/Postpartum

Location: Glendale, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

Seeking an experienced Labor & Delivery/Postpartum nurse for a travel contract in a hospital setting. The unit includes Labor & Delivery, Triage, and Postpartum beds with a high volume of births (~130 per month).

Unit Details

Labor & Delivery Beds: 10
Operating Rooms in L&D: 2
Triage Beds: 2
Postpartum Beds: 18
Birth Volume: Approximately 130 births per month
Fetal Monitoring System: Obix
Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner
Nurse Aides/OB Tech: Scrub techs available on L&D only
Charge Nurse: Shared between L&D and Postpartum
Respiratory Therapy and Pharmacy: Available 24/7
Call Requirement: None
Weekend Requirement: 4 shifts per 4-week period
Holiday Requirement: 1 major and 1 minor holiday (major holidays include Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Year’s)
Shifts: 12-hour shifts (7 AM, 11 AM, 7 PM)
Night Shift Available

Patient Care & Ratios

Nurse-to-patient ratios:
- 1:1 close to delivery
- 1:2 otherwise in L&D
- 1:4 in postpartum couplets
Patient Types: Deliveries down to 23 weeks gestation, some high-risk patients including antepartum and hypertension cases
Perinatology support available
C-section experience required (scrub, recovery, and circulate roles)

Orientation & Floating

Floor-specific orientation: 3 shifts
Floating: Postpartum nurses typically do not float unless NICU experience; L&D nurses float to postpartum

Required Certifications & Licenses

Active California RN License
BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
Advanced AWHONN (Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses) certification including Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AFM)

Experience Requirements

Minimum 2 years of Labor & Delivery experience
Travel experience preferred but not explicitly required

Additional Notes

No telemetry or ventilator patients on this unit
No in-house OB/Neonatologist currently
Scrub color provided
First to float for night shifts every other weekend

This opportunity is ideal for a Labor & Delivery nurse with solid clinical experience and required certifications seeking a travel contract with a supportive team and a busy, well-equipped unit.

Facility

Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center

3.8rating(16 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center

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Short Term Acute Care
315 beds

ADDRESS1420 South Central AvenueGlendale, CA 91204

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About Glendale, CA

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

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Glendale, CA is higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing and transportation.
However, wages in healthcare generally match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 88°F, while average lows in winter are around 46°F.

Furnished Housing

There are options for short term rentals in Glendale, CA, and they are relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.

Transportation

Glendale is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Public transportation options include buses and the Metrolink commuter rail system connecting to downtown Los Angeles and other neighboring cities.

Demographics

Glendale, CA is a diverse city with a significant Armenian population.
The age range is diverse, with a mix of young professionals and families.
Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
Glendale has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

There are plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, especially Armenian and Middle Eastern cuisine.
The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with venues like the Alex Theatre hosting various performances.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy hiking in the nearby Verdugo Mountains, and outdoor activities in Griffith Park and the Los Angeles area.

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