TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Labor/Delivery RN in Salida, Colorado, 81201 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Job Specialty: Labor and Delivery Nurse Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 1845-0715 Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Experience: Minimum 2 years of Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) experience License: Current, active license as a Registered Nurse Certifications: Current BLS and ACLS certifications PALS and NRP (preferred) Must-Have: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program Job Description: - Independently assess and evaluate health status of labor and neonate patients using objective and subjective data - Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare team to establish realistic and measurable goals - Maintain safe and effective care through standard procedures to stabilize patient's condition or prevent complications - Act as a patient advocate throughout the care process - Directly provide patient care and manage responses during labor, delivery, and postpartum phases - Educate and assist mothers with breastfeeding as needed - Educate mothers about infant care and promote wellness during and after pregnancy - Document events and education in patient medical records using computer systems - Communicate patient conditions verbally and in writing to physicians and nursing supervisors - Support and assist other Family Birthing Center staff in skill maintenance and learning new procedures - Collaborate with nursery nurses in the care of mother/baby couplets - Assist physicians with procedures - Provide assistance to nurse manager as requested - Handle emergencies in other nursing units when possible - Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment in the Family Birthing Center unit 26316083EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS - AHA Core Competency Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Embrace the nomadic lifestyle with pride, celebrating the uniqueness and diversity of each assignment. The sense of adventure and pride in being a healthcare nomad adds a distinctive dimension to your career. Facing new challenges regularly builds resilience. Travel nurses often become more adaptable, resilient, and confident in their abilities to handle unforeseen circumstances. There is a strong community of travel nurses who share experiences, advice, and support through online forums and social media groups, creating a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose. Travel nurses may find themselves in challenging situations that require effective crisis management. This experience can be valuable in emergency healthcare settings and disaster response teams.