Labor and Delivery RN

Job Title: OBU/L&D Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: [Fort Defiance, AZ]
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 (Flexible shifts required)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Obstetric and Neonatal Care to join our team for a 13-week contract. The role focuses on Labor & Delivery (L&D), Postpartum care, and supporting our Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI). The average monthly volume includes 40 deliveries and 6 C-sections.

As part of the team, you may occasionally cover as a charge nurse after completing the necessary training. Floating to other departments may also be required based on your qualifications and competencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional care for patients in Labor & Delivery, Postpartum rooms, and ensure babies room in with their mothers as per BFHI guidelines.
• Manage an average volume of 40 deliveries and 6 C-sections per month.
• Serve as a charge nurse on occasion, following appropriate training.
• Float to other qualified departments, performing patient care or task-oriented responsibilities such as answering call lights and phones as needed.

Qualifications:Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of recent experience in Labor & Delivery or related specialties.

Certifications:

• American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) OR ALSO (Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• AWHONN Advanced Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM)
• Substitution: RNC-EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) may replace AWHONN FHM certification.

Additional Notes:

• Travelers may need to float to other departments, which may involve taking patient assignments if experienced and competent or assisting with task-based duties.
• A flexible shift schedule is required to meet the needs of the department.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in maternal and neonatal care
• Work within a collaborative and supportive team environment

Apply Today!
If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about providing outstanding care to mothers and their newborns, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract

Pay: $3,294.00 per week

Medical Specialty:

• Labor & Delivery
• Pediatrics

Physical Setting:

• Birth center
• Hospital
• Newborn nursery

Supplemental Pay:

• Breakdown pay
• Crisis pay

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Defiance, AZ 86504 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Defiance, AZ 86504: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $3,294