Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,014 per week

Magnet Medical; Tahlequah (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free stipend

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

A premier travel nursing agency is seeking a travel nurse RN specializing in Labor and Delivery for a position in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. This role involves monitoring maternal and fetal health, providing education, and assisting in deliveries. The candidate must have a valid RN license, a strong background in Labor and Delivery, and excellent communication skills to support patients and families effectively. The position includes working 36 hours per week on 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed RN with experience in Labor and Delivery.
• Strong ability to monitor maternal and fetal health.
• Excellent communication skills for patient and family education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments during labor and delivery.
• Monitor fetal heart tones and maternal vital signs.
• Provide emotional support and pain management during labor.
• Postpartum care and breastfeeding support.
• Documentation in EHR and collaboration with obstetric team.

Skills

Labor and Delivery expertise

Patient education

Emergency response

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job Overview

Magnet Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 03/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Responsibilities

Pre-Labor and Admission Assessment

• Assess and monitor the health of pregnant women at various stages of labor, including gathering health histories, vital signs, and physical assessments.
• Perform non-stress tests (NSTs), monitor fetal heart tones, and evaluate uterine activity for signs of labor progression.
• Educate patients on labor and delivery processes, pain management options, and what to expect during childbirth.

Labor Support and Monitoring

• Monitor the progress of labor through regular assessment of contraction patterns, cervical dilation, fetal heart rate, and maternal vital signs.
• Administer medications, including epidurals, Pitocin, and pain relief options, as prescribed, and monitor their effects.
• Provide continuous emotional support and pain management throughout the labor process, using comfort measures such as positioning, breathing techniques, and encouragement.
• Assist with amniotomy, if necessary, and other procedures as directed by the healthcare team.

Assisting with Delivery

• Assist obstetricians or midwives during vaginal deliveries, including providing instrumentation assistance, suctioning, and other necessary actions during birth.
• Participate in cesarean section procedures by ensuring the sterile field, assisting with the delivery process, and providing immediate newborn care after birth.
• Perform neonatal resuscitation and initial assessment of the newborn’s health immediately after delivery.

Postpartum Care

• Monitor the health and recovery of both the mother and the newborn in the immediate postpartum period, including assessing vital signs, bleeding, and uterine tone.
• Assist with breastfeeding support, including teaching proper latch techniques, positioning, and addressing any concerns related to infant care.
• Provide education on postpartum recovery, self‑care, and newborn care, such as diapering, bathing, and recognizing signs of illness.

Documentation and Reporting

• Document all assessments, interventions, medications, and patient progress accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) to maintain compliance with hospital policies and legal standards.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of labor and delivery processes, including patient and fetal monitoring results.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with obstetricians, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, and other healthcare team members to plan and implement individualized care for each patient.
• Communicate clearly with patients and families about the progress of labor, potential complications, and available options, ensuring that informed consent is obtained for procedures when necessary.

Infection Control and Safety

• Follow infection control procedures to maintain a safe and sterile environment for labor, delivery, and postpartum care.
• Ensure that all equipment used during labor and delivery is properly sterilized and functioning, including fetal monitoring devices, IV pumps, and delivery instruments.

Emergency and High‑Risk Situations

• Recognize signs of complications, such as fetal distress, preeclampsia, and hemorrhage, and initiate appropriate interventions or elevate care as needed.
• Respond to obstetric emergencies, such as shoulder dystocia, uterine rupture, and neonatal resuscitation, utilizing appropriate protocols and teamwork.
• Administer medications and interventions for high‑risk pregnancies, including managing complications like hypertension, gestational diabetes, or infections.

Patient Education and Advocacy

• Provide education and support to patients and families regarding labor, delivery options, newborn care, and postpartum recovery.
• Advocate for patient preferences and informed decision‑making, ensuring that patients have access to the resources they need to make choices about their care.

Magnet Medical Job ID #35838899. Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN - L&D