Acute Care, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Anesthesiology, Basic Life Support (BLS), Clinical Assessment, Communication Skills, Contract Requirements, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Medication Administration, Order Delivery, Patient Care, Pediatrics, Perinatal Nursing, Registered Nurse (RN), Team Player, Time Management
Contract Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Fort Mohave, AZ Contract Type: Full-Time Contract Residency Requirement:Candidates must live within 60 miles of the facility to qualify.
Overview
We are seeking experienced and compassionate Labor & Delivery Registered Nurses to support our partner facility in Fort Mohave, Arizona. This contract role is ideal for RNs who excel in obstetric environments and are committed to delivering safe, patient-centered, and evidence-based care throughout labor, delivery, and postpartum. You'll join a collaborative team dedicated to supporting mothers, newborns, and families during one of life's most meaningful moments.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care throughout labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum.
- Perform maternal and fetal assessments, monitor vital signs, and respond rapidly to changes in patient condition.
- Assist with vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, and obstetric emergencies.
- Administer medications, IV fluids, and epidural support per provider orders.
- Collaborate closely with OB providers, anesthesia, pediatrics, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Educate patients and families on labor progression, newborn care, and postpartum expectations.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR system.
- Uphold all safety, infection control, and regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Arizona.
- Must live within 60 miles of the facility to qualify for this contract role.
- Minimum 1–2 years of recent Labor & Delivery experience in an acute care setting.
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications (AHA preferred).
- Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to respond quickly in emergent situations.
- Experience with fetal monitoring and obstetric triage.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR).
Preferred Qualifications
- AWHONN Intermediate or Advanced Fetal Monitoring certification.
- Experience in high-volume or high-acuity L&D units.
- Ability to manage multiple laboring patients and complex obstetric cases.
Schedule & Compensation
- Full-time contract hours; shifts may include days, nights, weekends, or rotating schedules based on department needs.
- Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and specialty.
- Opportunities for contract extensions depending on performance and facility needs.
About the Facility
Our partner facility in Fort Mohave, AZ is known for its strong obstetric program, supportive team culture, and commitment to safe, high-quality maternal and newborn care. L&D RNs joining this team will play a vital role in ensuring positive patient experiences and safe deliveries.