Job Opportunity – Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse – North Carolina
Start Date: September 28, 2026
Location: North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM), every other weekend required with a minimum of 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule. Contract lengths from 13 weeks up to February 27, 2027.
Highlights:
- High-volume birthing unit with over 400-600 births per month and an average of 20 births in 24 hours
- Patient ratio of 2:1 with approximately 30-40 admissions and 40 visits per day across 20 rooms
- Fast-paced environment serving obstetrical patients 16 weeks and greater for intrapartum, high-risk antepartum, and postpartum care
- Electronic charting system (Epic) with Pyxis medication dispensing and SBAR communication protocols
- 24-hour orientation provided; scrubs provided
- May float to Special Maternity Care high-risk OB unit as needed; no call requirement
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience required; 3 years strongly preferred
- Must have experience in high-volume settings with over 300 births per month
- Proficiency in circulating for Cesarean sections and sterile vaginal exams
- Competent in immediate newborn care and triage of obstetrical patients
- Required certifications: BLS, NRP, AWHONN Intermediate (or C-EFM), and Epic charting system experience
- Active North Carolina or Compact RN license
- Skills required: high-risk antepartum care, infant/neonatal arrest response, interpretation of dysrhythmias, OCT (Oxytocin Challenge Tests), isolation precautions, and pain assessment and management
- Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers experienced Labor and Delivery nurses the chance to advance their skills in a high-acuity, fast-paced birthing environment that handles a significant volume of deliveries and complex cases. The unit provides comprehensive obstetrical services including scheduled and emergency Cesarean births, triage services, and high-risk patient care with strong interdisciplinary support including pharmacy, respiratory services, rapid response teams, and more. First-time travelers with relevant high-volume experience are welcome, making this an excellent opportunity to expand your career in a challenging yet supportive environment.