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Labor and Delivery RN
Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital

$2,053-3,101/week

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Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Overview

Location: Eureka, California
Employment type: Travel/Contract
Start date: ASAP
Contract length: 26 weeks
Shift: Night, 3x12 hours
Hours per week: 36
Hours per day: 12
Weekend requirement: Yes, to meet staffing needs
Float: Yes, travelers are first to float within their scope
Patient volume: About 20 visits per day
Unit size: 11/15 beds
Average daily census: 15–20
Setting notes: Postpartum preferred; high-risk OB and cesarean section circulation

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in California
Labor and Delivery (1 year of experience)
Labor and Delivery experience within the last year
BLS issued by American Heart Association
NRP
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing

Required Certifications

BLS
ACLS
NRP
EFM
NIH Stroke Certification
IV Certification
MAB
CPI
Medication test/pharmacology competency exam
Competency exam

Compliance / Pre-Start Requirements

Government-issued photo ID
Social Security card, as applicable for I-9
E-Verify attestation
Background check
Education verification
EPLS/GSA/SAM check
HHS/OIG check
Employment application
References
Skills checklist
Physical exam
Fit mask
Tetanus/diphtheria/Tdap
Negative TB or chest X-ray
Rubeola, mumps, rubella
Hepatitis B
Varicella
Drug testing
Flu vaccination or declination
COVID vaccination record or declination
Respiratory safety clearance
Floating policy acknowledgement
Annual regulatory modules
Regional core modules
Regional specialty-specific modules
System specialty-specific modules
State license copy and verification
NURSYS verification

Notes for Candidates

No more than 7 days of requested time off
Travelers may be required to float within reasonable distance to another facility
RNs circulate on cesarean sections

Facility

Saint Joseph Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
148 beds

ADDRESS2700 Dolbeer StreetEureka, CA 95501

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About Eureka, CA

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

Cost of Living

Slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 63-64°F and winter lows of 40-43°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to limited availability.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, with limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
Eureka has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Eureka offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for seafood.
The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and exploring the nearby redwood forests.

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