Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse
Farmington, NM
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,023/week

Posted Today

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

30% higher than average Registered Nurse / Labor and Delivery Nurse pay in New Mexico

Estimated total pay

$3,023/week

Benefits

Referral bonus
School loan reimbursement
Vision benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Company provided housing options
License and certification reimbursement
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Pet insurance
Discount program
Employee assistance programs
Guaranteed Hours
Health savings account
Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Dental benefits

Qualifications

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Education

Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

License

New Mexico Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery

Location: Farmington, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights (7 PM - 7 AM)
Weekly Hours: 36 (weekend hours vary)
Call Requirements: None

Unit & Patient Population

Labor & Delivery unit with 17 beds and 2 triage rooms
Level 2 Special Care Nursery (SCN) and Postpartum care
Patient population includes adults and newborns
Approximately 75 deliveries per month
Patient ratios follow AWHONN standards
Equipment includes fetal monitors, ISTAT, and Freestyle
Electronic Health Records systems: Cerner and Fetalink

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in New Mexico
Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience, including experience within the last year
At least 2 years of experience performing cervical exams
Experience working with infant patients
Nursery experience
Postpartum experience
Experience in charge nurse roles
Certifications:
- BLS (American Heart Association)
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- ACLS (American Heart Association)
- AWHONN certification
Education: Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing

Skills & Experience

Labor & Delivery experience essential for labor positions
Postpartum couplet care experience required
Nursery experience in a Level 2 nursery or higher acuity for SCN positions
Preferred skills include fetal monitoring, neonatal stabilization, triage assessment, and managing high acuity situations
Ability to perform duties consistent with standard of care with minimal supervision (non-teaching hospital)

Additional Information

Must be able to start within 10 business days of offer acceptance for rapid placement
Practicing in a community hospital setting with a regional mission
No float or call requirements
Submittal requires resume and competency documentation (exam, skills checklist, screening questions)
Local housing options available

Common Diagnoses/Treatments Encountered

Labor
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)
Hypertension in pregnancy
Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
Macrosomia
Drug use in pregnancy

Employer

Host Healthcare

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231 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

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About

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.

We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.

During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.

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About Farmington, NM

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

Cost of Living

Farmington's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to 20°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Farmington.

Transportation

Farmington is car-friendly, with limited public transportation options.

Demographics

The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
There is a small but active community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Farmington offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating.
There are also local restaurants, art galleries, and occasional music and sports events.

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