Travel Nurse RN - Labor/Delivery in Decatur, IL - Excellent Benefits 2024-10-16

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Decatur
Posted on: October 17, 2024

Job Description:

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Labor/Delivery RN in Decatur, Illinois, 62526 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Job Specialty: Labor and Delivery Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (18:00 - 06:30) Guaranteed Hours: Client may call off up to 36 hours per thirteen-week assignment without compensation for the canceled hours Experience: Minimum 2 years of required experience License: Active IL license or in application process with ETA to apply Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, and Fetal Monitoring Certification required Must-Have: Experience in Antepartum, Labor and Delivery, High Risk Antepartum, Level I Nursery, LDRP, and Mother/Baby settings Job Description: - Open to later start date for the position/specialty - Work in an 18-bed unit on a night shift schedule - First-timers accepted, with no weekend requirements - No on-call requirements - Potential to float within scope to meet facility needs, including floating to pediatric units as needed - Open to accommodating block schedule; discuss schedule requests with the manager - RTO restrictions ideally no more than 5 days - Assist with sterile speculum exams and other antepartum care and procedures - Perform NST, OCT, reflex checks, edema assessment, clonus, sterile vaginal exams, and triage of obstetrical patients - Use external and internal fetal heart monitoring, and recognize and treat abnormal fetal heart rate patterns - Administer blood and blood products, start and maintain peripheral IV, and use infusion pumps/drips - Manage medications such as antihypertensives, magnesium sulfate therapy, Pitocin, and prostaglandins - Assist with high-risk and vaginal deliveries, circulate for C-sections, manage hemorrhage/shock, and recover C-sections - Evaluate APGAR scores, identify/security banding, and perform neonatal care in delivery room - Provide newborn care, including metabolic screening and treatment for neonatal abstinence syndrome - Perform postpartum care and procedures, including episiotomy/incisional care, catheter insertion, and wound care - Ensure care for postpartum patients with vaginal delivery, Cesarean section, couplet care, multiple births, postpartum hemorrhage, and pregnancy-induced hypertension - Utilize isolation precautions/PPE and administer vaccines - Community hospital experience preferred, along with Cerner experience - Flu Vaccine: Required - Medical/Religious Exemptions Only - Experience required is position-specific; review job post for details 26035832EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new environments, team dynamics, and patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the healthcare profession. If you have a sense of adventure, travel nursing provides the opportunity to explore different cities, states, or even countries. You can immerse yourself in new environments and enjoy diverse landscapes and recreational activities. Many travel nurses find permanent positions at healthcare facilities where they've completed assignments. This can be an excellent way to transition into a long-term role after exploring different options. Travel nursing provides a level of professional autonomy. While adhering to facility policies, you have the opportunity to work independently and contribute your expertise to different teams. Working in various healthcare settings exposes you to different patient populations, diseases, and treatment methods. This exposure enhances your ability to adapt and learn, making you a more versatile and knowledgeable healthcare professional.

Keywords: TravelNurseSource, Bloomington , Travel Nurse RN - Labor/Delivery in Decatur, IL - Excellent Benefits 2024-10-16, Healthcare , Decatur, Illinois