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Labor & Delivery RN
Corpus Christi, Texas
Bay Area Medical Center

$1,201-1,626/week

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Job info

Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery

Location: Corpus Christi, Texas
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

Unit Type: Antepartum Unit (APU)
Number of Beds: 12
Staff Composition: 9 RNs, 2 new grads in orientation, 1 nurse educator
Shifts:
- Day Shift: 2 RNs, 1 nurse educator if available
- Night Shift: 2 RNs
Patient Ratios: 3-4 patients per RN
Equipment: Baxter IV Pumps, GE Fetal Monitoring
EMR Systems: CPN, Meditech

Required Certifications

ACLS
BLS
NRP
IFM (Inpatient Fetal Monitoring)
AWHONN (Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses)

Required License

Registered Nurse (RN) License in Texas

Requirements/Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum 1 year of experience in Labor & Delivery (L&D), with experience within the last year
Current ACLS certification
Current BLS certification
Current NRP certification
Current IFM (Inpatient Fetal Monitoring) certification
Current AWHONN certification

Preferred Skills

Experience with CPN and Meditech EMR systems
Prior Labor & Delivery experience

Typical Procedures

Routine assessments
Fetal monitoring
Vital signs
Finger sticks

Work Schedule

Weekend shifts required: 4 weekends per 4-week schedule period

Personality Fit

Outgoing
Eager
Confident

Floating Areas

Labor & Delivery (to care for Antepartum Unit patients)
Postpartum (to care for postpartum mothers only)

Dress Code

Royal Blue scrubs

Note: Prior travel experience is not specified as required for this position.

About Corpus Christi, TX

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Corpus Christi, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Corpus Christi 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 92°F, and winter lows are around 48°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Corpus Christi, especially in the beach areas and downtown.

Transportation

Corpus Christi is car-friendly, and public transportation options include buses and trolleys, but they may not be as extensive as in larger cities.

Demographics

Corpus Christi has a diverse population with a mix of ethnicities.
The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Corpus Christi offers a variety of activities including beach outings, seafood restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, water sports, and outdoor adventures like birdwatching and hiking.

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