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Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery (L&D) – Nights

Location: State College, Pennsylvania
Employment Type: Contract (13 weeks)
Shift: Nights, 3 twelve-hour shifts per week (1845-0715), including weekend work approximately every other weekend
Hours per Week: 36

Job Summary

Responsible for nursing care of childbearing women (adolescents to middle adulthood), neonates, and families. Duties include assessment, development and implementation of care plans, nursing interventions, and evaluation of outcomes for this population.

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum of 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience, with at least some experience within the last year
Current certifications (must be current and renewed every two years):
- Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Responsibilities

Assess patients and families including developmental level, health status, sexual and reproductive history, and learning needs
Perform initial assessment and stabilization of neonates
Develop and implement individualized plans of care based on physical and learning needs
Educate patients and families on self-care and newborn care
Support family functioning by considering family dynamics and promoting understanding of their influence on health
Identify and intervene with vulnerable or at-risk patients and families, collaborating with other healthcare disciplines as needed
Facilitate family bonding processes
Promote a safe environment conducive to reproduction, growth, development, wellness, and recovery
Assist patients and families in understanding and coping with women’s health issues and childbirth
Maintain professional knowledge, skills, and competency in care of women and infants through ongoing education and awareness of professional issues

Supervision

Minimal supervision received from the Director of Women & Children’s Services

Additional Information

Prior travel experience is not specified or required
Contract length interpreted as 13 weeks
Shift includes weekend work approximately every other weekend

Facility

Mount Nittany Medical Center

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Short Term Acute Care
260 beds

ADDRESS1800 East Park AvenueState College, PA 16803

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About State College, PA

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in State College, PA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it relatively affordable.
Wages may be slightly lower to match the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 80-85°F and winter lows of 20-25°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available, and options can be found relatively easily, especially during non-peak times.

Transportation

Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population due to the university, with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies.
State College is home to a large population of travel nurses due to the university and healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Numerous restaurants offering local fare, vibrant art and music scene, support for various sports due to the university, and abundant outdoor activities with nearby parks and mountains.

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