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Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Start Date: 03-08-2026
End Date: 01-11-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Various 12-hour shifts available, including nights and weekends - talk to your recruiter for specific schedule options!
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $64 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to laboring mothers and newborns
- Monitor fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs during labor and delivery
- Assist with deliveries, including vaginal births and cesarean sections
- Educate and support new parents on newborn care and postpartum recovery
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, patient-centered care
- Respond quickly to emergency situations in the delivery room
Qualifications
- Active RN license in Iowa or compact state
- BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN/Fetal Heart Monitoring certifications required
- Minimum 1-2 years of recent Labor and Delivery experience
- Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
Education
- BLS
- ACLS
- NRP
- AWHONN/Fetal Heart Monitoring
Knowledge & Skills
- Expertise in fetal heart monitoring and interpretation
- Knowledge of obstetric emergencies and interventions
- Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to make your stay comfortable
- Travel reimbursement to get you here and back
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage from day one
- 401K retirement savings plan with company match
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement
- A dedicated recruiter to support you every step of the way
Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, Iowa
Explore the vibrant city of Des Moines! Enjoy the Des Moines Art Center, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and the scenic trails along the Raccoon River. Take a weekend trip to the Amana Colonies or catch a show at the Civic Center. Plenty of local breweries and farm-to-table dining await you.
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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