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Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Saint Francis Medical Center

$2,544-2,623/week

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Specialty: Labor & Delivery (L&D)
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)
Shift: Days
Hours: 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week
Unit: L&D / Postpartum / Mother-Baby
Beds:
- 22 L&D beds
- 2 OR suites for C-sections
- 7 triage beds
- 34 postpartum beds
Birth Volume: 8-12 births per day; ~250 per month; ~2900 per year
Orientation: 1 shift unit-specific orientation; clinicians must be in-state for orientation week even if some modules are remote
Scheduling: Self-scheduling process with expectation to fill in as needed
Weekend and Holiday Requirements: Yes
Call Requirement: 18 hours of call every 6 weeks, signed up in 6-hour increments
Floating: Required to float to postpartum unit
Dress Code: Hospital-provided scrubs

Must be able to circulate during C-sections in the OR
RN responsible for reading own fetal monitor strips (EFM system: GE Corometrics)
RNs required to titrate drips such as oxytocin and magnesium sulfate
Care for patients with diagnoses including labor, C-section, pre-eclampsia, infants of diabetic mothers (IDM), and various antepartum complications
Level III NICU on site; Neonatologist not in-house 24/7, but Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) are in-house 24/7
Anesthesia available in-house 24/7
Surgical techs available on unit; no respiratory therapy equipment on L&D

Charge nurse does not take patient assignments
Nurses float to postpartum as needed
Follow AWHONN guidelines for nurse-to-patient ratios as much as possible
Hiring process includes candidate interview and interview with clinical team; no unit manager involvement

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ADDRESS6001 East Woodmen RoadColorado Springs, CO 80923

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Colorado Springs is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 80-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 20-25°F.
Expect plenty of sunshine throughout the year, with occasional snowfall in the winter.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Colorado Springs and can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas close to downtown and medical facilities.

Transportation

Colorado Springs is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the city's elevation.
Colorado Springs has a growing community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

There are plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities in Colorado Springs.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods Park, and various hiking trails.

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