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RN L&D

Overview

Travel RN role in Cortez, Colorado
13-week contract
36 hours per week
Night shift: 6pm–6am
Start date: 12/7
Must have experience in Labor and Delivery
Willing to train Nursery and Recovery

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Associate degree required
Current Colorado Registered Nurse license; compact license accepted, with Colorado license obtained within the first 90 days of hire
Current BLS certification
Current ACLS certification
Successful completion of EKG course
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Labor and Delivery experience within the last year
Ability to interpret fetal heart rate strips

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Additional languages preferred
ICU/Inpatient experience preferred

Unit-Specific Requirements

Current PALS certification within 6 months of hire, excluding FBC
Successful completion of basic fetal monitoring course within 4 months of hire
NRP certification within 4 months of hire

Unit/Clinical Focus

Intensive Care Unit
Family Birthing
Procedural Sedation
Antepartum, Intrapartum, and Postpartum care, including complications
Rapid Sequence Intubation
Fetal Monitoring
Advanced Cardiac Monitoring
NST
Rapid Infuser
Epidural
Critical Drips
Induction
Trauma Alert
Newborn Care from delivery to discharge
CVP and A-line Monitoring
Ventilator/BiPAP
Hearing Screening
Pre-term care
Infant Security
EMTALA
CCHD Screening
Photo Therapy

Additional Notes

Understanding of telemetry monitoring and basic arrhythmia interpretation is part of the role
Uses EMAR for medication administration and documentation
Heavy physical demands, including lifting up to 100 lbs occasionally

Facility

Southwest Memorial Hospital

4.3rating(10 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Southwest Memorial Hospital

Herbert M

ED - Emergency Department (RN)

Aug '23 - Nov '23

4.0rating

Pros

Good teamwork, good people.

Cons

Just off reservation. Fair share of drunks. Can be dangerous.

Review of Southwest Memorial Hospital on Jun 10, 2026

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Critical Access
25 beds

ADDRESS1311 North Mildred RoadCortez, CO 81321

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About Cortez, CO

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

Cost of Living

Cortez has a cost of living slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 88°F and lows around 54°F.
In winter, average highs are around 41°F and lows around 15°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Cortez, offering flexibility for travel nurses.

Transportation

Cortez is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population in Cortez is diverse, with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Cortez offers a variety of restaurants with local and international cuisine, art galleries showcasing local artists, live music events, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking, and access to nearby national parks for recreational activities.

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