Labor and Delivery RN
Newton, Massachusetts
Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Job Opportunity: RN Labor and Delivery

Location: Newton, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• 36-hour rotating shifts (Day: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM; Night: 7:15 PM - 7:15 AM)
• Rotation based on unit needs, not guaranteed
• Every other weekend and rotating holidays

Experience Requirements

• Labor and Delivery experience is required
• Years of experience: Not explicitly stated, assume minimum 1+ year based on specialty requirement

Certifications and Licenses Required (Must be current and valid)

• Registered Nurse (RN) license (Primary source verification required; MA Conditional Licenses not accepted)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA, Red Cross, CHSF, or Military certification accepted
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – AHA, Red Cross, CHSF, or Military certification accepted
• MGB Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) – AWHONN certified, 2-year renewal required

Health and Safety Requirements

• Fit Test for N95 respirator within 365 days of start date (no religious exemptions)
• Influenza vaccine required during flu season (Sept 15 - April 30), no exemptions
• TB test (skin test or blood test) within 3 months of start date, updated if >6 month break
• MMR vaccination or proof of immunity
• Health statement signed by MD/DO/NP/PA within 365 days of start date, updated if >6 month break
• Positive PPD requires negative chest x-ray documentation (if applicable)
• Hepatitis B vaccination strongly preferred (3 doses or proof of immunity or declination)
• Tdap vaccine within 10 years preferred

Background and Compliance Checks

• Criminal background check within 45 days prior to start, updated if >6 month break
• Massachusetts CORI background check within 30 days prior to start, updated if >6 month break
• Social Security Number trace for past 7 years
• National Sex Offender Registry check within 30 days prior to start, updated annually
• Exclusion checks (OIG, GSA, MassHealth, NH Medicaid) within 30 days prior to start, updated annually
• Education verification of highest level achieved
• References: 2 recent references required, at least 1 supervisor or above in skillset

Required Documentation for Submission

• Resume including past 7 years of work experience with city and state
• Skills checklist
• Candidate submission coversheet
• References

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is NOT explicitly required for this position
• Respirator Medical Clearance attestation required if fit test is required
• Assignment confirmation form required upon acceptance and for extensions

This position is ideal for experienced Labor and Delivery RNs seeking a 13-week long-term assignment with rotating shifts in Massachusetts.