Job description
Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery
Location: Salem, Virginia
Start Date: 09-14-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Wednesday-Sunday, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $63 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
- Deliver exceptional patient care during labor and delivery
- Monitor vital signs and respond to changes in fetal and maternal status
- Assist with epidural placement and other obstetric procedures
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless care
- Document patient assessments and interventions accurately
- Educate patients and families on birth plans and postpartum care
Qualifications
- RN licensure in Virginia
- BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications
- 2+ years of labor and delivery experience
- Proficiency in IV insertion, lab draws, and blood administration
- Strong teamwork and AIDET communication skills
Knowledge & Skills
- Labor and Delivery
- OB Care
- Patient Monitoring
- IV Insertion
- Lab Draws
- JADA & BAKRI Knowledge
- Blood Administration
- Nitrous Administration
- Vaginal Exams
- Delivery Table Setup
- Strip Interpretation
- OB Medication Knowledge
- Circulator Experience
- PACU Recovery
- Antepartum Triage
- Epidural Placement
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off to recharge
- Travel reimbursement
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement
- Referral bonus program
- A supportive team that values YOU
Travel Perks: Explore Salem, Virginia
Explore the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, hike trails in Shenandoah National Park, visit historic sites in nearby Staunton, enjoy local wineries and craft breweries, and relax at the charming town of Salem’s downtown shops and restaurants
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Labor & 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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Why UHCS
Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.