First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Dickinson, North Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days, nights, rotating
- Employment Type: Travel
RN – LDRP | Labor, Delivery & Postpartum
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join a rural hospital's Labor, Delivery, Recovery & Postpartum (LDRP) unit. This role provides care for laboring patients and postpartum mother/baby couplets in a close-knit environment with limited specialty services.
The ideal candidate should be clinically independent, highly communicative, and comfortable managing both labor and postpartum patients in a rural setting.
Unit & Facility Details
- Department: LDRP
- Charting System: MEDITECH
- L&D Beds: 4
- Postpartum Beds: 7
- Care Setting: Rural Hospital
- NICU: More than 1 hour away
- Scrubs: Provided
- Orientation: 3 × 12-hour shifts
Required Certifications & Experience
- Minimum 2 years of L&D experience required
- BLS required
- ACLS required
- NRP required
- Strong Labor & Delivery and postpartum experience
- Ability to work independently in a rural hospital environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Patient Ratios
Ratios generally follow AWHONN guidelines:
- Labor: 1:1–2
- Postpartum: 1:2–3
Patient Population
Common patient populations include:
- Patients greater than 35 weeks gestation in labor
- Labor and delivery patients
- Postpartum mother/baby couplets
- Antepartum patients
Clinical Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive care to laboring and postpartum patients.
- Monitor maternal and fetal status throughout labor.
- Perform ongoing assessments and recognize changes in patient condition.
- Manage mother/baby couplet care.
- Administer medications and IV therapies.
- Collaborate with OB providers, surgery, and other members of the care team.
- Provide patient education and postpartum support.
- Maintain accurate documentation in MEDITECH.
Medication & Drip Management
RNs are required to manage medications and titratable therapies.
Antepartum/Labor
- Magnesium
- Oxytocin
- Lactated Ringer's (LR)
- Zofran
- Other medications/IV therapies as clinically indicated
Postpartum
- Prenatal vitamins
- Ibuprofen
- Acetaminophen
- Percocet
- Toradol
Neonatal & Respiratory Support
The unit may utilize neonatal respiratory support equipment including:
- CPAP
- BiPAP
- High-flow oxygen
RNs should be comfortable troubleshooting equipment and recognizing when additional clinical support is required.
Fetal Monitoring
- EFM System: OB TraceVue
- Strong fetal monitoring and maternal assessment skills are expected.
Cesarean Section Responsibilities
- Surgery is responsible for the C-section procedure.
- LDRP RNs circulate for the baby and support the delivery team as required.
Scheduling
- Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM / 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Block Scheduling: Available
- Weekend: Every third weekend
- Holidays: Based on availability and unit scheduling
Floating
Floating may be required based on hospital needs.
RNs may float to Med-Surg/PCU (MSP) or the Emergency Department for helping-hand assignments, primarily including 1:1 patient sitting/observation.
Rural Hospital Environment
This is a rural hospital with limited specialty services, and the nearest NICU is more than one hour away. Nurses must be comfortable practicing independently while recognizing when escalation and additional support are needed.
Successful nurses on this unit demonstrate:
- Strong teamwork
- Excellent communication
- Clinical independence
- Good knowledge and critical thinking
- Consistency and professionalism with providers
- Ability to work effectively in a resource-limited environment
Important Compliance Requirements
50-Mile Radius Rule
- Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility.
- Candidates may not currently be full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity.
RTO Policy
- RTO must be submitted upfront.
- Maximum of 7 days of RTO per 13-week contract.
- Additional RTO will not be approved, including after submission.
Fit Testing / Facial Hair
Clinicians must successfully complete the required respiratory fit testing.
- Primary or secondary fit testing may be completed using approved 3M respirators.
- If the initial fit test cannot be passed, a Portacount test may be required.
- Portacount testing cannot be completed for clinicians with facial hair that prevents proper respirator fit.
- A PAPR cannot be provided onsite solely as an alternative for failure related to facial hair.
- If required facial hair cannot be removed and the clinician cannot meet the facility's respiratory protection requirements, the contract may be canceled.
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About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus