Labor & Delivery RN
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Nurse

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking motivated and experienced Labor and Delivery Registered Nurses to join a team-based unit caring for neonates/infants and adults. The unit includes labor (vaginal), C-sections, multiple births, postpartum hemorrhage, pregnancy-induced hypertension, and D&C procedures.

Patient Population

• Neonates/Infants
• Adults

Unit Details

• 16 Labor & Delivery beds with an average daily census of 15
• 6 bed Labor & Delivery Triage
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:1-2
• Unit systems: Epic (required), Pyxis, SBAR
• Scrub color provided by facility
• Floating within facility/scope of practice as needed

Schedule & Requirements

• Return to Orientation (RTO) maximum: 7 days
• RTO blackout dates: Spring Break (April 4th-12th)
• Weekend shifts: 3 per contract
• Call requirements: 2 calls per 6 weeks for AM & PM shifts
• Holiday work expectations:

  • If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, expected to work it
  • If 2 major holidays, expected to work both
  • If 3 major holidays, expected to work 2 of them
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia
• Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience with C-sections, postpartum hemorrhage, and D&C procedures
• Current BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Current ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record system

Compliance & Orientation

• Full compliance required to start on time; delays in compliance may result in a 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation schedule
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length

Health & Background Requirements

• Background check required within 30 days of start, including education verification
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months (with additional requirements if history of positive TB)
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity:

  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer or signed declination)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (Tdap highly recommended)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start
• Flu vaccination or signed declination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31)
• Annual TB questionnaire

Additional Requirements

• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam required
• Color blind testing required
• Competency exams as applicable (e.g., dysrhythmia/EKG for certain specialties)
• Review and sign facility code of conduct and dress/professional appearance policies prior to start
• 2 clinical references required
• Skills checklist updated within 12 months
• Verification of most recent work history required (can be pending at start with proof it is in process)

Notes

• Locals accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Floating within the facility as needed
• Must be able to work scheduled weekends, holidays, and call shifts as described
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position

This position is ideal for experienced Labor and Delivery RNs looking for a travel contract opportunity in Georgia with a supportive team environment and a focus on high-acuity maternal and neonatal care.