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

Location

Lansing, Michigan

Position Details

Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night, 4 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Hours per Week: 48 hours
Weekend Requirement: Work 3 weekends per 4-week schedule (may be 1, 2, or all 3 weekend days)
Floating: Required to float between Labor & Delivery (L&D), Mother Baby, and Obstetric Special Care units as needed

Unit Descriptions

Labor & Delivery (L&D): 12 LDRs, 3 ORs, 6 OB triage beds, 8 OB Special Care beds; regional referral center for high-risk obstetric care; AWHONN staffing model used
Mother Baby Center: 34 rooms providing postpartum care for mothers and newborn care; Baby Friendly recognized

Guaranteed Hours

36 hours for 3 shifts (12-hour shifts)
48 hours for 4 shifts (12-hour shifts)
40 hours for shifts under 12 hours (8 or 10-hour shifts)

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Michigan
Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience
Labor and Delivery experience within the last year
Completion of at least one travel nursing assignment
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
AWHONN certification
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
Experience with Epic electronic charting system

Orientation and Onboarding

Required to submit Return to Office (RTO) documentation at profile submission; no approvals after contract signing
Facility-specific modules completed onsite at orientation
Background checks and verifications required within specified timeframes (including education, licensure, and criminal background)
Physical exam within 12 months of start, noting latex sensitivity
N95 Fit Test within 12 months of start, updated annually
Immunizations and health requirements:
- Tdap vaccine within 10 years or declination
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, plus annual TB questionnaire
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) immunity verification
- Hepatitis B immunity or vaccination series or declination
- Varicella immunity or vaccination or declination
- Seasonal flu vaccination or declination during flu season (Oct 1 – Mar 31)
10-panel drug screen with THC within 30 days of start (medical marijuana cards or dilute screens not accepted)

Additional Requirements

Two professional references from previous employers
Current resume including 7-year work history
Skills checklist and competency exams as applicable
No on-call duties required

Facility Highlights

Type: Short Term Acute Care
Magnet recognized, Teaching hospital, Level 1 Trauma center
Total staffed beds: 632
Charting system: EPIC
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This position is ideal for experienced Labor & Delivery RNs with prior travel experience who are comfortable floating between related OB units and working night shifts with weekend requirements.

Facility

Sparrow Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
624 beds

ADDRESS1215 East Michigan AvenueLansing, MI 48912

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About Lansing, MI

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

Cost of Living

Lansing's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 82°F and winter lows are around 16°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Lansing and can be found with relative ease.

Transportation

Lansing is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options include buses operated by the Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA).

Demographics

Lansing has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the region's flora.
There is a significant population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Lansing offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and breweries.
It also has a vibrant music scene and is home to various sports activities and outdoor recreational opportunities such as biking and paddling.

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