Travel Nurse RN – Labor/Delivery – $2,002 per week in Newport, VT
Job Description
Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)
Job Specialty: Labor and Delivery (L&D)
Job Duration: 143 Days
Shift: Nights 12 hours (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
Experience: Minimum of 2 years current experience required
License: Nursing license with no hits accepted
Certifications: Certification in Inpatient Obstetric Nursing (RNC-OB) preferred; Cerner EMR experience required
Must-Have: Own vehicle required
Job Description:
• This international nursing opportunity requires working in a small, tight-knit community. Candidates should be caring, compassionate, and knowledgeable about pregnancy, labor, birth, and post-partum complications and treatments.
• Assess and monitor the condition of pregnant patients before, during, and after childbirth.
• Assist doctors and midwives with the delivery of babies.
• Administer medication and conduct necessary medical procedures under the direction of healthcare providers.
• Coach mothers during labor, including breathing and relaxation techniques.
• Provide postpartum care to mothers and newborns, monitor vital signs, and assist with breastfeeding.
• Communicate with patients and their families, explain procedures, and provide emotional support.
• Document patient information and maintain accurate medical records.
• Operate and monitor medical equipment such as fetal monitors.
• Identify any complications or emergencies and respond swiftly.
• Educate parents about newborn care, including bathing, feeding, and cord care.
• Possess strong clinical assessment and communication skills.
• Remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations.
• Work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Commit to patient-centered care and a positive birthing experience.
• Incorporate evidence-based best practices into daily settings.
• May float to non-complex overflow patients within the scope of practice.
Note: Due to the nature of this position, having a personal vehicle is a firm requirement.