Labor and Delivery RN
Topeka, KS
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,151/weekOverview
- Start Date10/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel RN opportunity in Topeka, KS for an experienced Labor & Delivery nurse. Join a collaborative obstetrics team in a high-acuity maternity setting and provide exceptional care to laboring patients, postpartum families, and newborns. Topeka offers a welcoming community, a convenient central Kansas location, and easy access to local parks, dining, and cultural attractions.
Job Details
- Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
- Specialty: Labor & Delivery (L&D)
- Location: Topeka, KS 66606
- Start Date: 10/14/2026
- Contract Length: 12 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour nights
- Weekly Hours: 36 hours per week
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,920 - $2,020
- Schedule Notes: Option of 36 or 48 hours per week; weekend coverage includes 6 weekend shifts in 6 weeks or every third weekend
- Float Requirement: May float to postpartum
- Unit Focus: High-risk labor & delivery, OB triage, postpartum, and special care nursery support
Job Requirements
- Active Kansas RN license or Compact RN license required at the time of submission
- At least 1 year of Labor & Delivery nursing experience required; 2 years preferred
- Experience caring for high-risk obstetric patients strongly preferred
- BLS, AWHONN, and NRP required prior to submission
- Previous charge nurse experience preferred
- Epic EHR experience preferred
- Ability to work night shifts and participate in required weekend coverage
- Strong clinical skills in obstetrical assessment, fetal monitoring, and maternal-newborn care
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate care to laboring patients, postpartum patients, and newborns
- Support high-risk pregnancies including pre-eclampsia, diabetes, and other complex maternal conditions
- Assist with vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, external cephalic versions, and OB triage evaluations
- Monitor fetal and maternal status using appropriate obstetrical assessment techniques
- Perform and document patient assessments, interventions, and education throughout the care continuum
- Collaborate with physicians, midwives, and the interdisciplinary care team to respond quickly to changes in maternal or fetal condition
- Provide support for postpartum, couplet care, and special care nursery needs as assigned
- Maintain accurate charting and uphold unit standards for quality, safety, and excellent patient care
Apply now for this Travel Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse job in Topeka, Kansas, and join a rewarding healthcare team supporting mothers and babies.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
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About Topeka, KS
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Topeka, KS here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Topeka is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- In summer, the average high temperature is around 89°F, and the average low is around 68°F.
- In winter, the average high temperature is around 41°F, and the average low is around 20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Topeka and can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local rental agencies.
- Topeka is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are available, but the city is primarily designed for travel by car.
- Topeka has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area include obesity, heart disease, and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Topeka, providing a supportive community for healthcare professionals.
- Topeka offers a variety of activities including a range of restaurants, art galleries, and museums.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's parks, trails, and the Kansas River.
- Sports fans can enjoy local games and events, while music and art lovers have access to performances and exhibitions throughout the city.
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