Job Summary for RN - Labor & Delivery/Postpartum (LDRP), Matthews, NC - Facility & Unit Details: - Community hospital in Matthews, NC with 44 licensed beds - LDRP unit with 8 beds; average census of 8 - Not trauma, chest pain, or stroke designated - Non-teaching hospital (except for community schools of nursing) - Must live 50+ miles from facility (traveler requirement) - Experience & Qualifications: - Minimum 2 years recent RN experience in LDRP required - Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NRP, EFM - Must be skilled in all aspects of LDRP patient care, including circulating C-sections, newborn care (heel sticks, 24hr testing, NAS scoring), and lactation support - Not accepting first-time travelers - Patient Population: - Labor, delivery, recovery, postpartum, and GYN surgical patients - Patient Ratios: - As per AWHONN guidelines - Support Staff: - CNA, receptionist/HUC, charge nurse, case manager, RT (24/7), hospitalist/OB physician (24/7), OB physicians (2 practices), pediatrician, lactation consultants - Technology & Equipment: - EMR: EPIC - IV Pumps: Alaris - Med Dispensing: Omnicell - Monitors: Phillips & GE Corometrics Fetal Monitors; GE Panda Warmer - Floating: - Required within regional facilities as needed (Pineville, Anson, Union, Union West, Central Division) - Paid for travel time if floating mid-shift - Scheduling & Orientation: - 7p-7a shifts, every other weekend rotation - No call; must work 75% of holidays - Up to 6 days RTO (excluding holidays; must extend contract if hours not met) - 2 days departmental orientation, plus facility NEO - Other Details: - Navy blue scrubs or business casual to/from work; hospital-issued scrubs while working - Free parking Summary: Provide comprehensive RN care for LDRP and GYN surgical patients, including labor, delivery, postpartum, newborn care, and support of C-section procedures. Requires strong clinical skills, relevant certifications, and willingness to float between regional units. Support available from multidisciplinary team and access to advanced equipment/technology. Evening/night shifts with weekend and holiday rotation.