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Labor & Delivery RN
Houston, Texas
The Woman's Hospital of Texas

$1,756-2,311/week
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Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery

Location: Houston, Texas
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36


Unit Overview

  • Unit: Labor & Delivery
  • Floor: 3rd Floor, Main Hospital
  • Beds: 35
  • Staff: 160 total
    • Day Shift: 2 charge nurses, 24 RNs, 5 Surgical Techs, others
    • Night Shift: 2 charge nurses, 21 RNs, 4 Surgical Techs, others
  • Patient Ratios:
    • Laboring: 1:1 or 2:1
    • Antepartum Unit (APU): 2:1
    • Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU): 2:1
  • Equipment: Hill-Rom birthing beds, Alaris IV pump, GE core metrics fetal monitor, Panda warmer, CADD Solis epidural pumps, NOVI wireless fetal monitor
  • Electronic Medical Records (EMR): CPN (Centricity), Meditech

Typical Procedures

  • Vaginal Delivery
  • Cesarean Sections
  • PACU recovery
  • Antepartum care and testing
  • Continuous Electronic Fetal Monitoring

Required Certifications & Licenses

  • Registered Nurse License (RN)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • AWHONN Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in Labor & Delivery nursing

Preferred Skills

  • OR Circulation experience for Cesarean Sections
  • Placement of Fetal Scalp Electrode (FSE) and Intrauterine Pressure Catheter (IUPC)

Policies & Guidelines

  • Pitocin and Cervical Ripening protocols
  • Magnesium Sulfate, Hydralazine, Labetalol protocols

Dress Code

  • Scrub Color: Royal Blue
  • Specific attire requirements apply (no unacceptable attire detailed)

Additional Unit Highlights

  • Baby Friendly Designation
  • 13 Bed Maternal Assessment Center for triage of pregnant patients
  • 24/7 Ancillary Services including Anesthesia, Neonatal, Laborist, and Hospitalist support
  • Competitive market; unit offers new equipment and experienced staff

Requirements/Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Texas
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Minimum 1 year of Labor and Delivery experience within the last year
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
  • AWHONN Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring certification
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification

This position is ideal for RNs with Labor & Delivery experience seeking a travel assignment in a well-equipped, supportive environment with a focus on maternal and neonatal care.

Facility

The Woman's Hospital of Texas

3.4rating(31 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with The Woman's Hospital of Texas

4.0rating

Pros

unit is traveler friendly. is a level 4 but mostly micropreemies and travelers get level 2 assignments.

Cons

None

Jada W
Jada W
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (RN)
Mar '24
Review of The Woman's Hospital of Texas on Mar 29, 2026
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The Woman's Hospital of Texas
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 257 beds
ADDRESS7600 Fannin StreetHouston, TX 77054
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About Houston, TX

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Houston, TX here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.
Transportation
  • Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
  • Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.
Demographics
  • Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
  • Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
  • There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.
Things to Do
  • Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.
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