Location: Santa Cruz, California (Hospital)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days, 12-hour shifts (7a-7p)
Hours: 36 per week
Required Qualifications
2+ years of experience
Active BLS
Active ACLS
Active NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
Adv-AWHONN
Advanced Fetal Monitoring certification
California RN license
Preferred
RNs who can scrub in (considered a plus)
Schedule
Shifts: 7a-7p (12-hour shifts)
Weekends: Every other weekend
Holidays: Worked in with core rotation
Floating to Mother Baby unit; EOW first to float
Floor-specific orientation: 3 shifts on unit
Unit and Staffing
Unit: L&D, 8 rooms (can expand to 10)
Ratios: 1:1 or 1:3
Charge nurse on shift (does not take patients)
Nurse aides: OB techs (they scrub and can function as nurse aides; OB techs only need BLS)
Hospitalist or intensivist in house: OB/GYN
IV team available during the day
Respiratory therapy and pharmacy available 24/7
Does not care for ventilated patients
Hospital-provided ceil blue scrubs
Clinical Details
Central fetal heart monitoring
Common diagnoses and patient types: high risk, PIH, preeclampsia, addiction, preterm, magnesium sulfate
Volume: 65-75 deliveries per month
Level 3 NICU in house
Locked unit
Lactation consultants on staff
Baby Friendly facility
Facility
Dominican Hospital
3.9rating(17 reviews)
3 nurses recommend working with Dominican Hospital
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Anonymous
Med Surg (RN)
Contract Position
5.0rating
Pros
Traveler friendly for sure. I was on the TCU and they have a strong sense of teamwork. Break nurses every shift who are super helpful.
Cons
What management can’t provide, I would say the floor staff makes up for. Cost of living is higher only for lodging, I’m from Alaska and everything else was about the same. If you have a place to stay it’s a perfect gig!!
The cost of living in Santa Cruz is higher than the national average due to the desirable beach town location.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
Average summer highs are around 70-80°F, while winter lows can range from 40-50°F.
Furnished Housing
Short term rentals can be found, but they may be more limited and slightly more expensive due to the popular tourist destination.
Transportation
Santa Cruz is car-friendly, but public transportation options are also available, including buses and shuttles.
Demographics
Santa Cruz has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
It is a popular location for travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to natural beauty.
Things to Do
Santa Cruz offers a variety of activities including a range of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor sports such as surfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, and paddleboarding.
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