Job Overview
TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) – Labor & Delivery (L&D) for travel assignments. This role involves providing specialized care to expectant mothers throughout the childbirth process, ensuring both maternal and neonatal well-being. The ideal candidate is skilled in obstetric care, fetal monitoring, and emergency interventions.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to expectant mothers during labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery.
- Monitor fetal heart rates, maternal vitals, and contractions to assess labor progress.
- Administer medications, epidurals, and IV fluids as needed.
- Assist OB/GYNs and midwives during deliveries, including vaginal and C-section births.
- Educate patients and families on labor procedures, newborn care, and breastfeeding.
- Manage complications such as preeclampsia, postpartum hemorrhage, and fetal distress.
- Ensure adherence to infection control, safety, and hospital protocols.
- Provide emotional support to mothers and families throughout labor and delivery.
Qualifications
- Education: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Experience: Minimum 1-2 years in Labor & Delivery, OB/GYN, or Women’s Health.
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN required.
- Skills: Proficient in fetal monitoring, neonatal resuscitation, and emergency OB care.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long hours and respond quickly in emergencies.
- Travel Readiness: Open to temporary travel assignments.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and travel stipends.
- Work in top-rated hospitals and birthing centers.
- Access to continuing education and professional growth.
- Flexible travel contracts with potential for extensions.
Job Description
Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for Labor & Delivery (L&D)? Imagine yourself embarking on an exciting 13-week travel healthcare assignment in the charming city of San Luis Obispo, California. This opportunity offers a competitive weekly pay of $2616.26, ensuring you are fairly compensated for your specialized skills and dedication to patient care.
As a pivotal member of the L&D team, you will be entrusted with providing expert nursing care to expectant mothers and newborns, supporting them through the miraculous journey of childbirth. Your role will involve conducting assessments, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and collaborating closely with physicians to ensure the best possible outcomes for both mother and baby.
At TLC Nursing, a nurse-founded agency, we pride ourselves on offering unparalleled support to our healthcare professionals. With our 24/7 recruiter assistance, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing, you can focus on delivering top-notch patient care while we handle the logistics.
In addition to the intrinsic rewards of making a difference in the lives of others, this travel healthcare assignment comes with a host of benefits to support your well-being and financial security. You will enjoy the best in the industry pay packages, a $25,000 Life Insurance Policy effective from day one, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month after hire. Paid Time Off accrues from day one and becomes eligible after 1 year of employment, and you can participate in our 401(k) plan after 1 year, becoming fully vested after 5 years. Aflac is available for purchase, and our Referral Program offers payouts for referring other healthcare professionals. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides free, confidential services for you and your household through Invest EAP.
If you are ready to elevate your nursing career and embark on a rewarding journey as a travel nurse in L&D in the picturesque San Luis Obispo, California, we encourage you to apply today and take the next step towards an enriching professional experience.