Travel Registered Nurse L&D Job

Healthforce; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 96,278 - 104,013; Full time

Job summary

Healthforce is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Labor and Delivery travel assignment in a rural critical access hospital in Pella, IA. The 13-week role offers 36 guaranteed hours per week, with 3x12-hour night shifts (Fri–Sun) starting 09/14/2026.

The position emphasizes obstetric and neonatal care in a small-community setting, requiring a current Iowa RN license, ACLS, and BLS certifications, along with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa RN license (in good standing).
• BSN preferred but not required.
• AHA HeartCode BLS required; certification within 3 months after hire.
• ACLS certification required.
• Acute care nursing experience preferred.
• English communication skills; strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Basic computer literacy and sound nursing judgment.
• Ability to provide age-appropriate care in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the health care team using evidence-based practice to deliver safe, effective obstetric and neonatal care.
• Direct the work of support staff in the provision of nursing care and ensure continuity of care across shifts.
• Perform general nursing duties with critical thinking and minimal supervision, including monitoring patient status and responding to changes.
• Conduct age-appropriate assessments across neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations as applicable to the setting.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to promote safe outcomes and patient-centered care.
• Maintain accurate documentation, adhere to nursing standards, and uphold patient safety and infection control practices.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Education

RN license Iowa

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse – Labor and Delivery (L&D) travel assignment in a rural critical access hospital setting in Pella, IA. Start date: 09/14/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,116–$2,286 per week. Guaranteed hours: 36 hours. Shift: 7:00 PM–7:00 AM, Friday through Sunday (3x12-hour nights). This assignment offers acute care obstetric and neonatal care within a small-community, high-quality care environment.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,116–$2,286 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 36
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 7:00 PM–7:00 AM, Fri–Sun (3x12)
• Start date: 09/14/2026
• Setting: Rural critical access hospital, obstetric and neonatal care

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the health care team using evidence-based practice to deliver safe, effective obstetric and neonatal care.
• Direct the work of support staff in the provision of nursing care and ensure continuity of care across shifts.
• Perform general nursing duties with critical thinking and minimal supervision, including monitoring patient status and responding to changes.
• Conduct age-appropriate assessments across neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations as applicable to the setting.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to promote safe outcomes and patient-centered care.
• Maintain accurate documentation, adhere to nursing standards, and uphold patient safety and infection control practices.

Requirements

• Current Iowa RN license (in good standing)
• BSN preferred (not required)
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) HeartCode BLS required; new employees certify within 3 months after hire
• Current ACLS certification
• Acute care nursing experience preferred
• English communication skills; strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities
• Basic computer literacy and sound nursing judgment
• Ability to provide age-appropriate care in a fast‑paced setting

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.