Labor & Delivery
Labor & Delivery / Postpartum / Nursery Nurse
Shift & Schedule
12-hour night shift (7 PM – 7 AM)
Rotating weekends and holidays
98-week contract
About the Role
Join a rural obstetrics team managing labor & delivery, postpartum, nursery, and lactation care. You'll work in a small, tight-knit department (typically 2 nurses) where cross-training across all perinatal roles is standard. The unit handles 15–20 deliveries per month and serves a diverse patient population.
What You'll Need
- Current RN license (Texas)
- Strong assessment skills and electronic fetal monitoring (EFM) expertise essential
- Experience in rural healthcare or small-team settings preferred
- Ability to function independently and manage multiple responsibilities
Unit Details
- Designated maternal and neonatal care capability
- Mix of routine and higher-acuity obstetric cases
- Night-shift focus with hands-on clinical practice
Location
Port Lavaca, Texas — centrally located with 2–3 hour access to Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and Corpus Christi.
Note on Housing
Housing in the area can be limited due to local construction. RV travel has proven to be a practical option for many travelers in this area.
This is a fast-start position. If you have solid rural healthcare experience and thrive in a collaborative small-team environment, we'd like to hear from you.