OB/GYN Registered Nurse
Crescent City, California
Sutter Coast Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (OB RN) - Travel/Contract

Location: Crescent City, California
Specialty: Registered Nurse - Obstetrics Unit
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Work 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each
• Night shift
• Must have nursery experience as required by management

Required Certifications

• AFM (Antepartum Fetal Monitoring)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AHA/AAP only, must be Instructor or Advanced Provider Course
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - Typically required for Labor & Delivery; AWHONN certification valid for 2 years
• CCRN, TNCC, CPI, NIH Stroke Certification, and other certifications may be required depending on position specifics (verify with recruiter)
• State License and NURSYS verification required within 30 days of start

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse with obstetrics and nursery experience
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated, but nursery experience is mandatory
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter
• EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, Sex Offender Search, OFAC Sanctions List, and other federal/state checks required and must be updated annually
• Education verification required (Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred)
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law)
• TB screening: Negative QGold or TSPOT within 90 days of start, renewed annually
• Physical exam required within 1 year of start
• Fit mask test required within 1 year of start, renewed annually (exceptions apply)
• Immunizations required: Tdap, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Hepatitis B, Varicella, Flu seasonal vaccination (during flu season)
• Color Blind Exam required if applicable (in-person exam only)
• Respiratory Safety clearance required prior to start and renewed annually

Documentation & Orientation

• Must review and sign facility-specific documents including:

  • Job Description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Code of Conduct
  • Vendor Training
  • Overpayment Refund Policy
  • Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
• TB Questionnaire required within 90 days of start and annually thereafter
• Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with no gaps
• Unit-specific skills checklist required and must be renewed annually

Additional Notes

• Candidates requesting religious exemptions for vaccines or facial hair must complete specific facility forms and receive approval
• Candidates with work restrictions must provide documentation; accommodations will be considered
• References: 2 professional references required for clinical positions (within 3 years)

This position is ideal for RNs with obstetrics and nursery experience seeking a travel contract in California with a reputable healthcare system. Night shifts and specific certifications are mandatory. Compliance with extensive background checks, immunizations, and documentation is required.