Local Contract Nurse RN - Pediatrics - $40-46 per hour

AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a local contract nurse RN Pediatrics for a local contract nursing job in Portsmouth, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatrics
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: 52 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days, nights, rotating
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Job Overview: 
AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurses (RNs) to support the Maternal Child Department at NMCP. This includes coverage in Labor & Delivery, Mother-Baby (Postpartum), and the Complicated OB/GYN Surgery Unit. The RN will provide inpatient care for mothers and newborns, manage laboring patients, assist with deliveries, and support patients during postpartum recovery or high-risk pregnancy admissions. 

General Duties: 
Deliver care consistent with MTF policies, nursing standards, and clinical privileges 
Respond to obstetrical emergencies and high-acuity patient needs 
Maintain documentation using approved electronic medical record systems 
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team (OB/GYNs, pediatricians, lactation consultants, social workers) 
Follow infection control, safety, and clinical protocols 

Specific Duties: 
Provide nursing care for laboring patients, including fetal monitoring and labor support 
Assist with vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections as needed 
Monitor and care for postpartum mothers and newborns (Mother-Baby Unit) 
Care for patients in the Complicated OB/GYN Surgery Unit (high-risk OB) 
Educate patients on newborn care, breastfeeding, and postpartum recovery 
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed 
Document patient progress and update providers accordingly 
Support family-centered care and bonding 
Float between OB units as required by workload 

Qualifications: 
Degree: 

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) 
Education: 

Graduate from a college or university accredited by the NLNAC or CCNE 
Certification: 

Basic Life Support (BLS) – Required 
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – Highly preferred 
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – Preferred 
Experience: 

Minimum one year of full-time experience in inpatient obstetrics (labor & delivery, postpartum, or high-risk OB) within the past three years 
Licensure: 

Current, unrestricted RN license in any U.S. state or territory 
Skills and Abilities: 

Proficient in labor support, postpartum recovery, and newborn assessment 
Skilled in managing obstetric emergencies and fetal monitoring 
Comfortable with rotating shifts and high-acuity environments 
Compassionate, adaptable, and capable of working in a family-centered care model 
Strong communication and documentation skills 

Benefits: 
Competitive Pay 
80 hours of paid vacation annually 
Up to 56 hours of sick time 
11 paid federal holidays 
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance 
401K Plan 

Schedule: 
Sunday through Saturday 
Rotating 12-hour shifts: 1845–0715 (nights) and 0645–1915 (days) 
Up to 120 hours per week total coverage (as part of a multi-RN team) 
Weekend and holiday work required 

Work Environment: 
Inpatient maternal-child units within NMCP 
May work in Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, or High-Risk OB/Surgical units 
Family-centered, multidisciplinary care environment 

Immunization Requirement: 
Varicella, MMR, Hepatitis B, TDAP, Influenza, and TB screening required 
Must complete NAVMED 6260/91 or DHA equivalent form 

Security Requirement: 
Must pass background check and credentialing 
Expect up to 90 days for full clearance 

Equal Opportunity Employer: 
AIMS Locum Tenens is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of background or identity.

AIMS Locum Tenens Job ID #1011.

About AIMS Locum Tenens

AIMS is a healthcare staffing and management company supporting federal, military, and commercial healthcare organizations across the United States. We specialize in recruiting, credentialing, onboarding, and managing qualified clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals for mission-critical environments, including Military Treatment Facilities, federal agencies, hospitals, and clinics.

At AIMS, we are committed to professionalism, responsiveness, and continuity of care. Our team focuses on matching talented healthcare professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can make a direct impact on patient care and operational success. Candidates who join AIMS become part of a growing, service-oriented organization that values reliability, communication, compliance, and long-term professional relationships.

We offer opportunities across multiple healthcare disciplines and locations, with a strong emphasis on supporting our employees and contractors throughout the full employment lifecycle—from hiring and credentialing to scheduling, performance support, and ongoing communication. If you are looking for a team that understands healthcare, values your expertise, and supports important federal and clinical missions, AIMS is a strong place to grow your career.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Cancelation protection
• Benefits start day 1
• Guaranteed Hours
• Holiday Pay
• License and certification reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Medical benefits
• Referral bonus
• Retention bonus
• Sick pay