Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
Location: Little Falls, MN
Start Date: 12-29-2025
End Date: 03-30-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM (day) and 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM (night); shifts switch every 3 weeks between day and night; includes every 3rd weekend and 1-hour on-call response; current open assignment primarily nights
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $81 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 high-quality labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care for patients in a 4-bed L&D and 6-bed postpartum unit
- Monitor fetal status using EFM and interpret strips confidently, escalating concerns to OB/Neonatology as needed
- Titrate IV drips (including Pitocin and cardiac drips) and manage medication administration safely
- Document thoroughly and accurately in EPIC to ensure continuity of care and clear communication
- Collaborate with anesthesia, RT, OB/Neonatology (on-call), and interdisciplinary teams to manage emergent situations
- Float to MedSurg/Pediatrics when OB volume is low and assist as a team player when needed
- Serve as a patient and family educator — explain procedures, postpartal care, and discharge planning with empathy
- Support unit flow by assisting the charge nurse when necessary and participating in call/standby duties
Qualifications
- Active RN license (eligible to work in Minnesota or appropriate compact privileges)
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP (current)
- Minimum 1 year of nursing experience; must have L&D experience plus MedSurg and/or Pediatrics experience
- Experience with fetal monitoring/EFM and ability to read strips
- Comfort with IV drip titration and common OB medications
- Experience charting in EPIC preferred
- Ability to function in a critical access environment and float between units as needed
- Good communication skills, approachability, and motivation to work in a collaborative team
Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Nursing Diploma accepted; BSN not required
- Active RN licensure required
Knowledge & Skills
- Labor and Delivery and postpartum nursing best practices
- Fetal monitoring and EFM interpretation (GE EFM systems)
- Telemetry monitoring experience (Phillips monitors) and strip reading
- EPIC electronic charting proficiency
- IV drip titration and infusion management
- Familiarity with RT equipment troubleshooting (Vents, CPAP, BiPAP, High Flow, Airvo)
- Understanding of AWHONN guidelines and OB staffing ratios
- Ability to respond to emergent C-section/OR situations and collaborate with on-call anesthesia
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to help you settle in quickly
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage so you and your family stay healthy
- Competitive pay with overtime and holiday differentials
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials up to date
- Paid time off and holiday pay to recharge and celebrate
- 401(k) retirement savings options to help plan your future
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend and earn rewards
- A supportive team culture that values communication, approachability, and professional growth
Travel Perks: Explore Little Falls, MN
Little Falls offers charming small-town vibes with easy access to the Mississippi River — great for fishing, kayaking, and peaceful riverwalks. History buffs will enjoy the Charles A. Lindbergh historic sites nearby, and there are local parks, trails, and green spaces for weekend hikes. Enjoy cozy local restaurants, coffee shops, and community events, with larger regional hubs like St. Cloud and the Brainerd lakes area within easy reach for weekend adventures.
Apply Now
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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