Travel Labor, Delivery, Recovery & Postpartum RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN LDRP - Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum for a travel nursing job in Ketchum, Idaho.

• Specialty:
  LDRP - Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery (LDRP) position with night shifts and a focus on both mother and newborn care.

• Work in an acute care setting on a secure LDRP unit with 6 beds dedicated to labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum care
• Care for laboring and postpartum patients as well as well babies and high-risk or critical maternity cases
• No twins or triplets; stabilization required until transfer for such cases
• Unit includes one OR suite for C-sections, with RNs stabilizing newborns but not circulating during procedures
• Approximately 12-17 births per month, following AWHONN staffing guidelines with 2 RNs per shift
• Magnesium and Pitocin drip titration required
• Uses Epic EMR for documentation
• Night shift position, 12-hour shifts, three shifts per week with self-scheduling alongside core staff
• Weekend and holiday coverage shared equitably with core staff
• Floating may be required as helping hands or safety attendant only, not for picking up shifts in other departments
• Responsibilities include autonomous care of mothers and newborns, management of hypertensive crisis and hemorrhage, and stabilization of patients for transfer as needed
• No nurse aids or surgical techs currently on unit; core charge RN and house supervisor available for support
• OB and pediatric physicians on call with pediatrician on site during weekdays; anesthesia available on call with a 30-minute response time after hours
• Unit uses Centricity for electronic fetal monitoring
• Required to wear surgical scrubs during deliveries; may wear own scrubs otherwise
• Includes 1 day facility orientation and two 12-hour unit shadowing shifts
• No blocked scheduling or special schedule requests accepted
• Permanent former employees must be away for at least one year before applying for travel positions

• Active  compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum of 2 years LDRP experience with recent strong labor experience; some postpartum or LDRP experience in recent years required
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NRP, STABLE, and AWHONN Intermediate or Advanced
• Demonstrated newborn stabilization skills
• Must be comfortable managing laboring patients autonomously, especially on nights and weekends
• Experience with Epic EMR preferred
• Must provide two professional references: one supervisor from the past 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from the past 3 years with dates of employment and rehire eligibility
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Labor & Delivery - LDRP

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.