Travel
OB/GYN
South Weymouth, MA
Registered Nurse – Obstetrics (Birthing Unit)
Position Overview
The facility is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for its obstetrics unit. This is a night shift contract role (13 weeks) working 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, with 36 guaranteed hours per week.
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license (state or compact)
- Minimum 2 years obstetric nursing experience with circulating room experience
- BLS, ACLS, NRP certifications
- Fetal electronic monitoring (EFM) certification – at least intermediate level required
Preferred Certifications
- Advanced Life Support for Obstetrics (ALSO)
- Perinatal NCC certifications (Maternal Newborn Nursing – Level I; Postpartum or Inpatient Obstetric Nursing – Labor & Birth)
- First Latch breastfeeding certification
Clinical Scope
You'll provide comprehensive nursing care across antepartum, postpartum, and gynecological patient populations. Responsibilities include:
- Maternal and fetal assessment, monitoring for complications
- Postpartum care, newborn assessment, and breastfeeding support
- Pre- and post-operative care for gynecological surgical patients
- Medication administration and patient/family education
- Recognition and escalation of complications (hemorrhage, infection, preeclampsia)
- Collaboration with physicians, midwives, and interdisciplinary teams
- Accurate charting and documentation
Education & Support
BSN preferred; ADN accepted per facility policy.