Labor and Delivery Nurse
Ontario, Ohio
Avita Ontario Hospital

Labor and Delivery Nurse (Travel/Contract) - Ohio, Ontario

Job Details

• Position: Labor and Delivery Nurse (Registered Nurse)
• Location: Ontario, Ohio
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Hours per Week: 36 hours
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start: ASAP
• On-Call: Call required; must be able to report to the facility within 30 minutes if placed on call
• Weekend Requirement: Every 3rd weekend
• Holiday Policy: No holiday requests off (RTO) will be approved during holiday weeks; holiday off is not guaranteed

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Recent travel nursing experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID must be carried during hours of service
• Proof of E-Verify or attestation required
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year criminal background check (updated annually)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks (updated every contract renewal)
  • OH BCI and FBI fingerprint attestation (updated annually; candidate may start with fingerprints pending if clear background check on file)
• Education verification of highest level attained
• NURSYS verification for RN license within 30 days of start
• Physical exam within 12 months, updated annually, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start, updated annually and after breaks in service of 2+ months
• Immunizations and titers:

  • TDAP within 10 years or signed declination
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months, updated annually
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) titers or 2 adult MMR vaccines; booster required if negative/equivocal; declination not accepted
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Varicella titer or 2 adult MMR vaccines; booster required if negative/equivocal; declination not accepted
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually during flu season (9/29 - 3/31); exemptions require masking at work during flu season
• Fit mask testing required prior to start and updated as needed

Orientation and Training

• Completion of online Healthstream modules by 4 PM EST on due date (modules must be completed onsite within first week)
• Review and sign unit-specific new employee packet and job description prior to start
• Completion of clinical onboarding independent study and self-assessment prior to start
• Skills check-offs for specific competencies (e.g., Stat Strip Nova Glucometer, Aseptic Compounding IV Medications) during first week
• Competency exams and core training parts I, II, and III must be completed within 12 months and updated annually (must score 80% or higher)

Additional Requirements

• Proof of 2 clinical references (hospital evaluations accepted)
• Complete employment application/resume
• Must be able to comply with attendance policy and traveler expectations
• Must review and sign COVID and flu exemption forms if applicable
• Must follow facility-specific instructions for access to electronic medical records system (Epic)

This position requires a highly qualified Labor and Delivery RN with recent travel experience, strong clinical skills, and the ability to work night shifts with on-call responsibilities. Compliance with extensive background checks, immunizations, certifications, and training is mandatory.