Labor and Delivery RN
Austin, Texas
St. David's HealthCare

Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery (Travel Contract)

Location: Austin, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Hours per Week: 36
Call Requirements: No on-call required
Weekend Shifts: 4 weekend shifts per schedule

Unit Overview

• Level 4 designated maternal center providing the highest level of care for complex patients at any gestation.
• 22 beds total (16 labor beds).
• Approximately 100 staff including RNs and support personnel.
• Typical night shift staffing: 1 charge nurse, minimum 2 surgical techs, 1 unit clerk, and staff RNs to census (usually 9 staff on weeknights, 7 on weekends).
• Patient ratios typically 1:2 or 1:1.
• Electronic Medical Records systems used: CPN and Meditech.
• The unit is undergoing renovations to update all rooms.
• The leadership team is experienced and supportive, with managers and directors willing to assist in patient care when needed.
• Recognized as America’s Best Maternity Hospital 2023 by Newsweek.
• Only hospital in Texas with straight A’s from Leapfrog since inception.
• Highest level of maternal care designation in Texas.

Job Description

• Seasonal travel contract for Labor and Delivery RN.
• No on-call required.
• Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Must be able to multitask and adapt quickly.
• Dress code: navy blue scrubs required.

Typical Procedures Performed

• Vaginal and Cesarean section deliveries
• Tubal ligations
• Cerclage placement and removal
• Dilation and curettage (D&C)
• Cesarean hysterectomy (C-hyst)
• Placenta accreta spectrum disorder (PASD) cases

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Texas
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 1 year of Labor and Delivery nursing experience within the last year
• Experience working with high-risk maternal patients
• Experience working with maternal-fetal patients
• Certifications: ACLS, AWHONN, BLS, NRP

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experienced in high-risk maternal care.
• Skilled in operating room circulation and triage.
• Team player with ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and change directions quickly.

Additional Information

• Permanent positions available on nights and weekends.
• The unit uses standardized order sets and has a comprehensive policy and guideline book.
• The unit recruits travel RNs, local CNAs, and sitters.
• Candidates without required skills will not be considered.
• Preference given to candidates with more than 5 years of experience, but minimum is 1 year.