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

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights
Hours per Day: 12

Job Description

Provide nursing care in a Level One low-risk birthing center with single room maternity care.
Patient population includes obstetrical patients (antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum), clean female surgical cases, newborn stabilization, normal newborn care, and pediatric patients during the perinatal period.
Care incorporates Orem’s theory of self-care and family-centered care philosophy.
Cesarean births are performed and recovered in the birthing center.
Nursing support may be provided for therapeutic abortions on other units when staffing permits.
Care is provided on inpatient or outpatient status.

Required Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Vermont.
Minimum of 1 year current Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum (LDRP) experience; experience in a high-volume unit (400+ deliveries per year) preferred.
Resume with any employment gaps over 30 days clearly defined.
Skills checklist specific to Labor & Delivery discipline completed within the last year.
Two supervisory references from the last 2 years of employment.
Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Cesarean sections, epidurals, electronic charting, and venipuncture.
Certifications in Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AFM), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood pressure, Lab work, Emotional support) – can be obtained during onboarding.
Prior travel nursing experience is highly preferred.

Additional Information

The position is located in a very rural area with limited housing options and public transportation; candidates should plan accordingly.
Locals residing within 50 miles of the facility are accepted.

Summary

This is a temporary night shift RN position in Labor & Delivery requiring at least 1 year of recent LDRP experience, Vermont RN licensure, and BLS certification. Experience with high delivery volumes and specialized certifications are preferred. The role involves comprehensive obstetrical and newborn care in a rural, low-risk birthing center setting.

Facility

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
47 beds

ADDRESS17 Belmont AvenueBrattleboro, VT 05301

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About Brattleboro, VT

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

Cost of Living

Slightly higher than the national average, but wages are generally in line with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 80°F and lows of 55°F.
Average winter highs of 30°F and lows of 10°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to the town's size.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, as the town is not very large.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The town has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
Brattleboro has a growing population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and scenic location.

Things to Do

Plenty of independent merchants, live music venues, local theater, and the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center.
Outdoor activities include swimming, canoeing, paddleboarding, fishing, ice skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.
Don't miss the Brattleboro Farmers' Market and signature annual events like the Winter Carnival and the Strolling of the Heifers.

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