Location: Port Lavaca, TX

Start Date: 02-16-2026

End Date: 05-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift (Nights; exact start/end times not specified)

Candidate Pay Rate: $70 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive labor and delivery care for mothers during active labor
• Perform thorough maternal and neonatal assessments, including postpartum monitoring
• Interpret and manage Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) to support safe outcomes
• Carry out nursery duties and initial newborn care as part of cross-trained responsibilities
• Document patient care accurately and efficiently in OBIX EMR
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team and escalate concerns when needed
• Educate and support patients and families through labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery
• Adapt and perform effectively in a small rural department with variable patient volume

Qualifications

• Experience in Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and nursery care — rural healthcare experience a strong plus
• Demonstrated competency with Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM)
• Familiarity with OBIX EMR or willingness to learn quickly
• Strong patient assessment skills and ability to function in a two-person department
• Valid nursing licensure per facility requirements (state licensure/compact status to be discussed)

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) — facility-specific requirements will apply

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in maternal and neonatal assessment and clinical decision-making
• Proficient with Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) interpretation and response
• Experience working across Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and nursery roles
• Comfortable using OBIX or similar EMR systems for documentation
• Adaptability, strong teamwork, and excellent communication in a rural hospital setting

Benefits

• Support finding housing in a tight market — RV-friendly options work well here
• Join a close-knit team where your cross-training in L&D/PP/nursery is truly valued
• Hands-on experience with OBIX EMR and frequent EFM monitoring to sharpen your skills
• Work in a Level-designated Maternal and Neonatal Care setting with varied high-quality cases
• Professional development and cross-training opportunities to expand your scope
• Supportive onboarding so you hit the floor confident and ready
• Flexible scheduling conversations where possible to help balance life and work
• A respectful, collaborative team that appreciates your assessment skills and experience

Travel Perks: Explore Port Lavaca, TX

Port Lavaca sits on the Texas coast with great access to fishing, boating, birdwatching, and waterfront parks. Enjoy local seafood, relaxed coastal vibes, and easy weekend road trips — it’s a 2–3 hour drive to Houston, San Antonio, Austin or Corpus Christi for big-city fun. RV options tend to work well for housing, and the area’s outdoor activities make for refreshing downtime after shifts.

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