Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN
Los Alamos, NM
LifePoint
3x12 hrs

$2,323/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
Duration12 weeks

Pay

5% higher than average Registered Nurse / Obstetrics and Gynecology Nurse pay in New Mexico

Estimated total pay

$2,323/week

Description

Registered Nurse - OB/GYN (Labor & Delivery)

Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Unit & Patient Population

Unit: Labor & Delivery / Postpartum (4 labor rooms, 4 postpartum rooms)
Patient Population: Childbearing-aged women and newborns
Patient Ratios:
- Labor/Delivery/Recovery/Postpartum (LDRP): 2 patients to 1 nurse
- Postpartum couplets: 3 patients to 1 nurse
Electronic Health Records (EHR): OBIX, Medhost, GUI

Position Details

Role: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Labor & Delivery
Number of Openings: 1
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
Weekend Hours: Every other weekend / as needed
Call Requirements: As needed
Float Requirements: As needed

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico
Minimum 1 year of Labor and Delivery experience, including Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum (LDRP)
Labor and Delivery experience within the last year
OB/GYN experience, including Postpartum experience
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Healthcare Worker Certification (HWC)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
Must be fingerprinted and undergo background check per New Mexico state requirements; a 14-day supervised waiver period is allowed while waiting for results (not applicable to physicians)

Work Environment & Culture

Facility Size: 47-bed acute care facility with approximately 300 healthcare employees
Personality Fit: Patient experience focused, teamwork oriented, eager to learn
Dress Code: Scrubs required; no casual wear allowed

Additional Notes

Orientation occurs weekly on Mondays
Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as travel staff
Client may require additional certifications beyond those listed
Must comply with New Mexico Department of Health fingerprinting and background check process before hire

Employer

LifePoint

2.2rating(12 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with LifePoint

5.0rating

Pros

How can I get in contact with you discuss the job situation whether you are hiring

Cons

We chatted last night after I have applied for the position and I am waiting to hear back from you.

Anonymous

Home Health (CNA)

Review of Yolanda Browne on May 22, 2026

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About Los Alamos, NM

As a Travel Obstetrics and Gynecology Nurse in Los Alamos, NM here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high: 82°F, average low: 50°F.
Winter average high: 43°F, average low: 17°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through local property management companies.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, as the city is not very large and has well-maintained roads.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population is relatively diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the city's elevation.
Los Alamos has a small but active community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

There are various restaurants offering a range of cuisines, and the city has a growing arts and music scene.
Outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and exploring nearby national parks are popular.
Sports facilities are available for recreational activities.

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