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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (L&D/OB) - Travel/Contract

Location: Oxford, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse for Labor & Delivery / Obstetrics (L&D/OB) on a travel/contract basis. The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing school and current RN licensure in North Carolina.

Experience Requirements

Specialty: Registered Nurse (L&D/OB)
Years of Experience: 2 years preferred
Prior Travel Experience: Preferred (not required, but travel experience is a plus)

Certifications Required

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required prior to start and must be current throughout assignment
BLS (Basic Life Support): Required for all candidates
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): Required for L&D
EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring): Required for all L&D nurses; AWHONN certification required (intermediate or advanced, updated every 2 years)
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Required for ER, ICU, OR (preferred for L&D)
Other certifications such as STABLE are preferred for L&D

Licensure & Verification

Current RN license in North Carolina
Primary source verification of state license required
NURSYS verification required for all RNs

Required Background & Compliance Checks

7-year criminal background check within one year of start, updated annually
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
Education verification (diploma acceptable if education cannot be verified)
Drug screening: 9-panel drug screen within last 12 months (instant acceptable)
Physical exam attesting ability to meet physical demands, updated annually

Health & Immunization Requirements

Negative TB test (PPD, QGOLD, or TSPOT) within 4 weeks of start
Immunizations or positive titers required for:
- Rubeola (Measles)
- Mumps
- Rubella
- Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
- Varicella
Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years of start (declination acceptable)
Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season

Additional Requirements

Proof of I9 or attestation
Government-issued photo ID required during hours of service
Residency declaration form if working on a compact license
Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start
Proof of 2 clinical references (hospital evaluations accepted)
Skills checklist updated annually for applicable unit
Performance and internal evaluations if previously employed with the system

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

MEDITECH experience preferred but not required

Requirements/Qualifications

Valid RN license in North Carolina
Labor and Delivery experience with at least 2 years, including experience within the last year
ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Facility

Granville Medical Center

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Short Term Acute Care
122 beds

ADDRESS1010 College StreetOxford, NC 27565

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About Oxford, NC

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

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Oxford, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In the summer, average highs are around 89°F, and average lows are around 68°F.
In the winter, average highs are around 51°F, and average lows are around 30°F.

Furnished Housing

There are options for short term rentals in Oxford, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.

Transportation

Oxford, NC is car-friendly, with most residents relying on their cars for transportation.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population in Oxford, NC is diverse, with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the climate.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Oxford, NC offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, as well as opportunities to explore art and music.
Outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing are popular, and there are also opportunities to engage in local sports events.

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