Travel Registered Nurse L&D Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery (LDRP) travel assignment in Roswell, New Mexico, starting 09/28/2026 for a weeks-long engagement. Weekly pay ranges from $2,621 to $2,861. Shift is Nights, 4x12. Employment type is Travel - Temporary Assignment with no guaranteed hours. Unit focuses on Labor & Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum and couplet/mother–newborn care in a hospital setting. First-time travelers accepted; pre-approved time off available per contract. On-site orientation modules are required.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,621–$2,861 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0.0
- Contract duration: Weeks (variable)
- Shift: Nights (4x12)
- Start date: 09/28/2026
- Setting: Travel assignment in a hospital-based LDRP unit (Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum)
- Orientation: On-site orientation modules required; RN modules approximately 4–6 hours

Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care for laboring patients and newborns in a couplet care model (mother and baby), including triage, labor support, vaginal deliveries, and C-section recovery
- Perform newborn assessment, thermoregulation support, and room-in/couplet care; assist with breastfeeding/lactation support as part of early parent education
- Monitor maternal-fetal status, administer medications, and assist with procedures related to obstetric care; manage patient safety and comfort
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (Respiratory, Interpretation Services, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy) and participate in Rapid Response as needed
- Maintain patient-to-nurse ratios of 3:1 across shifts; float to like units within scope as needed
- Document care in the designated electronic charting system (Epic); participate in unit rounding and provide patient/family education
- Scheduling: Nights only; every other weekend required; 12 weekend shifts per contract; pre-approved time off limited to 1 period per contract

Requirements
- License: Current RN license; NM license or NM/Compact license accepted (must be obtained prior to start)
- Certifications: BLS and NRP required; STABLE listed
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in labor & delivery/couplet care; prior charge experience preferred; travel experience not required
- Setting: Ability to work in an LDRP unit with neonates; 11 beds/11 rooms; typical care includes laboring patients, vaginal deliveries, C-sections, newborn care
- Other: Epic charting experience required; unit requires on-site orientation; non-local candidates only (locals within 50 miles not accepted)

Benefits and Support
- On-site orientation modules included as part of onboarding
- Dedicated support from a traveling nurse recruiter during assignment
- Structured, unit-based orientation to align with LDRP workflow and patient care standards
- Coverage for time-off requests as per contract terms

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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