Labor, Delivery, Recovery & Postpartum RN
Dickinson, ND
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery (LDRP) position at a rural hospital requiring at least 2 years of LDRP experience and active ND or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute rural hospital setting within a combined Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) unit
• Unit includes 4 Labor & Delivery beds and 7 postpartum beds
• Patient population includes women >35 weeks gestation and mom/baby couplets
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are Labor: 1:1-2 and Postpartum: 1:2-3, following AWHONN guidelines
• Titrate drips including Magnesium, Oxytocin, and others as appropriate for labor and postpartum care
• Block scheduling with 12-hour shifts and required rotation between days and nights
• Every third weekend and holiday coverage as needed
• First to float, primarily to MSP/ED for helping hands or sitter duties
• EMR system used is Meditech; fetal monitoring via OB Trace Vue
• Orientation includes 3 twelve-hour shifts
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• Participate in all phases of obstetric nursing, including care of patients in labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum
• Provide neonatal respiratory support using CPAP, Bipap, and high-flow oxygen equipment as needed
• Circulate for the baby during C-section procedures
• Team environment with consistent providers, strong focus on teamwork and clear communication
• NICU is over an hour away; must be comfortable with limited on-site services
• RTO up to 7 days may be approved with request at time of submission; additional time off requests will not be granted
• Holiday coverage required depending on scheduling needs
• First-time travelers will be considered for the position

Requirements

• Active ND or compact RN license in hand at time of application
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of recent LDRP experience required
• Experience titrating obstetric and postpartum drips required
• Must be able to work both day and night shifts as scheduled
• Ability to pass fit testing for N95 or equivalent respirators; facial hair must not interfere with fit
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Cannot be full-time, part-time, or PRN with any CommonSpirit-associated facility within the past year

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts