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Job Description & Requirements
TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a position in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Specialty: Labor and Delivery
Discipline: RN
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
We’re looking for Labor and Delivery RNs for an immediate opening. The ideal RN should have at least 3 years of recent acute care experience.
L&D Travel Nurses provide care and support for women before, during, and after the delivery of a baby. L&D RNs must ensure that the medical as well as emotional needs of their patients are met throughout the birthing process.
As an L&D RN, you’ll be responsible for:
Assisting physicians with epidural and pain medication administration, episiotomies, and preparation for cesarean delivery.
Staying with and monitoring patients throughout labor.
Monitoring contractions and helping patients with breathing techniques.
Checking cervix periodically to monitor progression.
Ensuring beds are kept clean and dry; cleaning bodily fluids before and after birth.
Aiding physicians with drapes, gloves, gowns, delivery instruments, etc.
Providing immediate care of newborns.
L&D Travel Nurses should be able to stand, walk, bend, lean, and stoop for long periods. They should lift up to 20 lbs comfortably, with occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. The role requires strong coping skills for stress and the ability to relate to patients of all ages and backgrounds.
Requirements: ACLS, BLS, NRP, STABLE, 2 years experience. Additional certifications may be required before an assignment.
Job ID # . Pay based on 12‑hour shifts, 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted title: Labor and Delivery – LD RN – Travel Nurse.
Benefits
Weekly pay
Guaranteed hours
Continuing education
401(k) retirement plan
Sick pay
Wellness and fitness programs
Referral bonus
Employee assistance programs
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Benefits start day 1
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Worksite address
ottumwa, IA, 52501, US
Who can apply
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