Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Attleboro, Massachusetts
Sturdy Health

Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Attleboro, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Night, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Contract Length: 10 weeks

Unit and Patient Population

• 15-bed Labor and Delivery unit with inpatient rooming-in for infants with mothers
• Newborn nursery available for infants requiring special care
• Patient age groups: Neonates and Adults

Schedule and Coverage

• Weekend coverage: Every other weekend
• Scheduling type: Other (flexible or non-standard scheduling)

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts
• Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience, with experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• AWHONN Beginner (Electronic Fetal Monitoring)

Medication and Communication Systems

• Medication system: Omnicell
• Communication method: SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation)

Licensure

• Must hold a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license for Massachusetts

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Massachusetts Statewide CORI (iCORI) Release and clearance required
• Standard background check within 1 year, including 7-year county and nationwide searches, sex offender registry
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• Massachusetts Nurse Aide Registry Search required for all travelers in Massachusetts

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year prior to start
• N95 fit test within last 6 months (specific approved mask models required)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap: Proof of one Tdap after age 18, then Td every 10 years
• TB testing: 2-step PPD or equivalent within required timeframes; chest x-ray and annual questionnaire if previously positive
• Immunity or vaccination documentation required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (numerical titer required or signed declination)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually (September–April)
• COVID-19 vaccination required; exemptions only accepted with signed medical or religious documentation

Drug Testing

• Drug screen within 30 days prior to start (minimum 9-panel, instant acceptable)
• Marijuana testing not required

Additional Facility-Specific Requirements

• Badge photo: Passport-style headshot with plain white or beige background, uploaded 2 weeks prior to start
• Completion of compliance checklist, latex allergy questionnaire, personal information forms, and COVID exemption forms if applicable
• References: 2 professional references within 3 years for travel nurses

Notes

• Charge nurse role is neither required nor preferred
• Medication and competency exams are required by the agency but not currently by the facility
• Onsite N95 fit testing may be allowed on a case-by-case basis
• Facility does not accept declinations for MMR or Varicella vaccines
• Hepatitis B declinations are accepted with proper documentation

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized Labor and Delivery unit caring for both neonates and adults during night shifts with a supportive team and comprehensive compliance standards.