Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN
Elko, NV
LifePoint
3x12 hrs

$2,333/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,333/week

Description

Job Opportunity: RN - Labor & Delivery (L&D)

Location: Elko, Nevada
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit & Facility Overview

Unit: Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Nursery (LDRP Unit)
Department: Women’s Services
Number of Beds: 15 total (6 L&D, 9 Postpartum)
Patient Population: Adults and Newborns
Patient Ratios: Per AWHONN Standards
Electronic Health Record (EHR) System: Centricity/MEDHOST
Equipment: Omnicell Medication Dispenser, Baxter Pumps, Masimo Monitors, GE Centricity Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring

Position Details

Role: Registered Nurse (RN)
Specialty: Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, Nursery
Number of Openings: 1
Shift: Varies
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
Call Requirements: None
Float Requirements: Yes, potential to float to other departments based on census and needs

Required Qualifications

Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
Certifications:
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- Intermediate or Advanced Fetal Heart Monitoring
Experience: Minimum 2 years in Labor & Delivery specialty (highest required years of experience)

Required Skills & Experience

Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery (SVD) - no VBAC
Cesarean section care
OB triage
Nonstress test administration
Postpartum and nursery care, including care of newborns and related procedures
Management of hemorrhages
Fetal monitoring and interventions
Management of pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, and hypertensive crisis patients

Common Diagnoses & Treatments

Antepartum, Intrapartum, Postpartum care
Pre-eclampsia
Cesarean section
Labor inductions
Neonatal hyperbilirubinemia

Personality Fit

Knowledgeable
Flexible
Team player
Hardworking

Additional Notes

Facility is an LDRP unit providing Labor & Delivery, Recovery, Triage, Postpartum, and Nursery care
Postpartum couplet care and Level 1 nursery

Local Area Highlights

Elko offers a mix of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, fishing, skiing, and snowmobiling
Known for its arts, history, and Western culture events such as the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering
Population approximately 40,000 with a young community (average age 31)

Prior travel experience: Not specified / not required.

Employer

LifePoint

Response timewithin an hour

Travel jobs$1,152–3,533/week

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About Elko, NV

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Elko, NV here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Elko, NV is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
Wages may be higher to compensate for the increased cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 50°F.
In winter, average highs are around 39°F, and average lows are around 16°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals may be limited, but furnished housing options are available.
It's advisable to start the search early to secure suitable accommodations.

Transportation

Elko is car-friendly with ample parking and minimal traffic congestion.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Elko has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Elko offers a variety of restaurants serving local and international cuisine.
The area has a thriving arts community with galleries and live music venues.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, and snowboarding in the nearby Ruby Mountains.

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