Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Charlotte, North Carolina
Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center
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Registered Nurse - Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Crisis Response

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Hospital System: Novant Health Crisis Response
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (13 - 26 week contracts accepted)

Job Overview

• Fast-paced, high acuity Special Maternity Care high-risk OB unit
• Patient population includes obstetrical patients 16 weeks and greater for intrapartum, high-risk antepartum, and postpartum care, including under 16 weeks high-risk patients
• Unit includes obstetrical triage for screening and outpatient procedures (antenatal fetal surveillance, IV hydration, medication administration)
• Scheduled and unscheduled Cesarean births and rescue cervical cerclage performed
• Average workload: 2:1 nurse-to-patient ratio, ~20 births in 24 hours, 30-40 admits, 40 visits/day, 20 rooms

Shift Details

• 12-hour night shifts: 18:45 - 07:15
• 48-hour shifts may be offered (no overtime until after 48 hours billed)
• Weekend requirement: minimum every other weekend, 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Float required as needed
• May be required to precept/orient new staff

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 2 years experience preferred; 3 years preferred due to unit complexity
• Experience in large/high volume settings preferred
• First-time travelers accepted if experienced in similar settings
• Skills: Circulate in OR, sterile vaginal exams, immediate newborn care
• Certifications:

  • BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
  • AWHONN Intermediate (Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

Unit Systems and Orientation

• Systems used: PYXIS, EPIC, SBAR
• Orientation length: 24 hours
• Scrubs provided (blue)

Patient Diagnoses and Procedures

• Care for obstetrical patients including high-risk antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum
• Obstetrical triage for screening and outpatient procedures
• Cesarean births (scheduled and unscheduled)
• Rescue cervical cerclage

Important Notes

• Return to Office (RTO) after booking is NOT allowed and cannot be worked out onsite
• Call-offs or additional RTO may lead to cancellation and Do Not Rehire (DNR) status
• Unit is very fast-paced and busier than typical maternity units; 48-hour contracts may be challenging
• Strong preference for RNs with OR circulate experience

Required Documentation and Compliance

• Background check within 6 months required
• Drug testing (9 panel, within 6 months)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (or proof of past positive with documentation)
• Required immunizations and health documents including:

  • Flu vaccination or approved exemption (mask required if exempt)
  • Hepatitis B (or facility-specific declination if titer negative/equivocal)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (per standard requirements)
• Certifications and competencies as required by facility and Aya Healthcare standards
• Photo for badge (passport style, solid white background, business attire) required ASAP after signing contract
• Completion of hospital policies and orientation forms required

Additional Requirements

• Color blindness test within 1 year
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam (effective 01/24/2025 for new contracts)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam for applicable specialties
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) certification through AWHONN
• HIPAA Safety Manual acknowledgment
• Other facility-specific trainings and acknowledgments as required

Summary

This travel RN position at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Crisis Response in Charlotte, NC, is a challenging, fast-paced role on a high-risk maternity unit. Candidates should have strong OB skills, relevant certifications, and be prepared for night shifts with weekend requirements. The unit requires flexibility to float and potentially precept new staff. Compliance with health, background, and competency requirements is mandatory. Scrubs are provided, and orientation is 24 hours.

This summary excludes contact details and pay information.