Travel RN - Labor & Delivery (LDRP) Night Shift
Location: St. David's Georgetown Hospital, 2000 Scenic Drive, Georgetown, TX 78626
Unit: Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum (LDRP)
Start Date: 12/2/2024
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (No On-Call Required)
Weekends: Rotating, approximately every other weekend
Why St. David's Georgetown Hospital?
St. David's Georgetown Hospital is more than just a healthcare facility-it's a community of professionals dedicated to exceptional maternal and newborn care. Recognized for our outstanding Nurse and Physician Engagement scores and nominated for the 2022 HCA Unit of Distinction , we provide a supportive environment where RNs can thrive.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care across labor, delivery, recovery, postpartum , and special care nursery settings.
• Administer and monitor cervical ripening, Pitocin inductions, magnesium sulfate, and insulin drips for high-risk pregnancies.
• Assist in C-sections, tubal ligations, and fetal demise care with compassion and clinical excellence.
• Monitor and care for newborns, including transition and medium-risk infants in the special care nursery with plans for Level II NICU expansion in late 2024.

Unit Information

• Beds: 23 (12 Labor, 11 Postpartum)
• Special Features: 2 OB EDs, 2-bed triage, 8-bed Special Care Nursery, and Giraffe Warmers & Isolettes for neonatal care.
• Staffing:
  • Day Shift: Charge RN, NSY RN, 1-2 Postpartum RNs, 1-2 Labor RNs
  • Night Shift: Similar staffing with labor nurses flexing off as needed
• Patient Ratios: 1:2 labor (or 1:1 for high-risk), 1:3-4 couplets (max 1:4)

Equipment & EMR

• Equipment: Alaris Pumps, Giraffe Warmers, GE Fetal Monitors, Monica Wireless Monitoring, TOCO cords
• EMR Systems: GE Centricity/CPN & Meditech

Qualifications

• Required Certifications:
  • BLS, ACLS, NRP, EFM
• Experience:
  • Minimum 1 year of Labor or Postpartum experience within the last year.
  • LDRP, NICU, and transition/baby catching experience preferred.

Preferred Skills

• STABLE Certification (optional)
• Familiarity with maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) protocols
• Experience assisting in high-risk maternal care

Culture & Work Environment

• Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs required (no embroidery needed for travelers).
• Team Vibe: Positive, proactive, and family-oriented-our unit takes pride in maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture.
• Awards & Recognition:
  • 2022 HCA Unit of Distinction Nominee
  • Top Nurse & Physician Engagement scores in the Austin market for women's services

Why Choose This Assignment?

• Join a well-supported unit equipped with state-of-the-art technology .
• Work in a hospital that values teamwork, engagement, and clinical excellence .
• Be part of the Level II NICU expansion , offering excellent professional growth opportunities.

Ready to elevate your L&D experience? Apply today and become a key part of St. David's Georgetown Hospital family!