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Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery

Location: Kearney, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

A hospital in South Central Nebraska is seeking a Labor & Delivery RN for a 13-week assignment. This is a traveler-friendly facility with an average of 50 births per month. Mothers labor and deliver in one bed with no nursery; newborns stay in bassinets in their mothers' rooms to promote skin-to-skin care. The unit emphasizes strong teamwork and has been recognized for safe sleep practices.

Unit Details

10 spacious, private LDRP rooms
2 antepartum rooms
1 OR suite
2 on-call rooms for doctors
1 lactation counselor, 1 maternity educator, 1 unit secretary/notary
Nurse aides/OB tech support (day and night shifts depending on census)
Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM) system: OBIX
Electronic Medical Record (EMR): MediTech
Telemetry: GE centrally monitored
Respiratory Therapy available 24/7
Pharmacy on call evenings, moving toward 24/7 coverage
Anesthesia on call with 20-minute response; OB/Neonatologist in-house
Charge nurse present on unit

Patient & Care Information

Average births: 50/month, 600/year
Common patient diagnoses: 32 weeks gestation (others transferred out), no VBAC, magnesium sulfate, insulin management
Mothers labor and deliver in one bed; babies remain with mothers at all times
Skin-to-skin care strongly supported
C-section experience required (circulating nurse role)
Floating to NICU for feeders and growers only

Staffing & Ratios

Couplets: 1 nurse to 3 patients
Laboring patients: 1 nurse to 1 patient
Weekend requirement: Every 3rd weekend (potentially every other depending on need)
Holidays: One major and one minor holiday required
Shifts: 12-hour shifts, 6am–6pm or 6pm–6am
Floor-specific orientation: 1–2 days

Required Qualifications

Current Nebraska RN license or compact license
BLS (AHA or ARC)
ACLS (AHA or ARC)
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
Strong IV skills required
C-section circulating experience required
Experience with EPIC charting is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM) certification

Additional Notes

Scrub color provided by hospital
Up to every other week scheduling; possible extra 2 shifts every 6 weeks
No ventilators on unit
Strong teamwork culture
Recognized as a Safe Sleep Champion by the Department of Health & Human Services

Experience Requirements

Specialty: Labor & Delivery
Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; implied experienced RN with L&D and C-section experience preferred
Prior travel experience: Not required

This position offers a supportive environment for Labor & Delivery nurses who enjoy working in a family-centered care model with strong team collaboration.

Facility

Kearney Regional Medical Center

3.8rating(13 reviews)

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Short Term Acute Care
30 beds

ADDRESS804 22nd AvenueKearney, NE 68845

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About Kearney, NE

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

Cost of Living

Kearney's cost of living is lower than 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 87°F, and in winter, average lows are around 13°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals can be found in Kearney, but availability may vary.
It's advisable to start the search early.

Transportation

Kearney is car-friendly with easy navigation and ample parking.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

Kearney has a diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to seasonal allergies.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Kearney offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
It also has art galleries, museums, and music events.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing are popular.

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