Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $3,035 per week

First Connect Health

  • Wichita, KS
  • Today
  • $3,035 Per Week

Highlights

Onboarding Testing & Health Screenings: Pre-start credentialing includes Core Competencies, Specialty Exam, EKG Exam, Unit Specific Checklist, Skills Checklist, Cerner Test-Out, Nova StatStrip, 11-panel drug screen, color vision screening, background checks, 2-step PPD/Quantiferon, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Hepatitis B, seasonal flu vaccine, and fit test. The perinatal nursing team provides dynamic, patient-centered care for low-risk birthing plans and complex, high-risk maternal-fetal patients, managing triage, active labor, operative deliveries, C-section circulating/recovery, and immediate postpartum stabilization.

Numbers & Facts

LocationWichita, KS

Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Wichita, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Labor and Delivery
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/30/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 48 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

HIGH-PAYING 48-HOUR NIGHT-SHIFT LABOR & DELIVERY (L&D) RN CONTRACT – WICHITA, KS

An immediate 13-week travel contract opening is available for an experienced Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) in Wichita, Kansas (Sedgwick County). Operating within a comprehensive regional birthing center featuring 15 dedicated labor and delivery suites, a specialized round-the-clock Obstetric Emergency Department (OB ED), dedicated C-section surgical suites, and an onsite Level III NICU, this high-compensating role features a dependable 48-hour overnight schedule (19:00 PM – 07:30 AM / 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, four 12-hour shifts guaranteed weekly with built-in overtime). TOP-TIER 48-HOUR NIGHT PACKAGE ($3,035/WEEK)! BUILT-IN OVERTIME COMPENSATION! ZERO MANDATORY ON-CALL! HOSPITAL-LAUNDERED SCRUBS PROVIDED! ONSITE LEVEL III NICU BACKUP! LATE NOVEMBER START! The perinatal nursing team provides dynamic, patient-centered care for low-risk birthing plans and complex, high-risk maternal-fetal patients, managing triage, active labor, operative deliveries, C-section circulating/recovery, and immediate postpartum stabilization. If you are an acute labor and delivery nurse skilled in continuous electronic fetal monitoring via FetaLink, high-risk oxytocin titrations, maternal resuscitation, and C-section perioperative care looking to earn $3,035/week in Kansas, this assignment is built for you!

PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE (48-Hour Week)

  • Weekly Gross: $3,035.00
  • Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,267.00
  • Hourly W2 Regular Rate: $34.00/hr (40 regular hours)
  • Hourly W2 Overtime Rate: $51.00/hr (8 weekly OT hours included)
  • (Local clinicians accepted at an adjusted local bill structure).

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS

  • Schedule: Night shifts, 4x12-Hours (19:00 PM – 07:30 AM / 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM).
  • Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours guaranteed weekly (40 regular hours + 8 overtime hours).
  • Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks (November 29, 2026 – February 27, 2027).
  • On-Call Requirements:NO ON-CALL REQUIRED!
  • Weekend & Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend rotation; standard rotational holiday scheduling.
  • Department Setting & Capacity: Inpatient Labor & Delivery Unit (Dept: Labor and Delivery 001 / 21170) located on the regional hospital birth center campus. Features 15 private LDR suites, dedicated Cesarean surgical suites, an Obstetric Emergency Department (OB ED), and immediate backup from an onsite Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
  • Uniform / Scrub Policy: Hospital-laundered surgical scrubs provided onsite.
  • Floating Scope: Floats as operationally needed to like perinatal or inpatient units on the same hospital campus or to affiliate medical campuses within the Wichita metropolitan health network.
  • Clinical Scope & Specialty Care:
    • Direct nursing management for active labor, spontaneous vaginal deliveries, and high-risk antepartum complications.
    • Clinical management of maternal-fetal complications: preeclampsia/eclampsia protocols (magnesium sulfate titrations), gestational diabetes, placental abnormalities, chorioamnionitis, and preterm labor.
    • Continuous electronic fetal monitoring (EFM) and uterine activity pattern interpretation via Cerner FetaLink, executing prompt intrauterine resuscitation when indicated.
    • Induction and augmentation protocols: IV Oxytocin (Pitocin) titration and cervical ripening agent administration.
    • Labor analgesia support: epidural continuous monitoring, nitrous oxide surveillance, and IV/oral analgesic titration.
    • Perioperative circulating and PACU recovery for scheduled and emergent Cesarean sections in the dedicated unit OR suites.
    • Fourth-stage postpartum recovery, active management of postpartum hemorrhage (quantified blood loss / QBL protocols, uterotonics), and immediate mother-baby skin-to-skin bonding.
    • Delivery room neonatal stabilization and immediate resuscitation adhering strictly to NRP guidelines alongside the Level III NICU team.
  • EMR System: Cerner electronic health record with integrated Cerner FetaLink surveillance.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION

  • Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of dedicated acute care hospital Labor & Delivery RN clinical experience (high-risk L&D, continuous EFM, and C-section circulating experience required).
  • Licensure: Active Kansas RN License or Compact/NLC Multistate License strictly in hand at submittal (with active Nursys report).
  • Certifications Required at Submittal (Must all be active and attached):
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association (AHA) only.
    • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) — AHA only.
    • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) — AAP/AHA.
    • Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification (C-EFM or Ascension-approved Fetal Monitoring credential).
  • Specialty Certifications (Listed on requisition): MOAB (Management of Aggressive Behavior) Moderate Risk certification.

✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized perinatal nursing recruitment team. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate credential checklist mapping, and prioritized clinical review!

Location Details: Assignment is located in Wichita, KS 67218 (Dept: Labor and Delivery 001 / 21170 / St. Joseph Campus / Sedgwick County).⏱️ Assignment Schedule & Hours: 13-week contract starting November 29, 2026 through February 27, 2027 (48 hours guaranteed weekly on 12-hour Nights: 19:00 – 07:30 with 8 hours of weekly overtime included; every other weekend rotation). Candidate Policy: Both travel and local candidates accepted (locals subject to adjusted local bill rate). No Standby Call: Zero standby on-call obligations. Unit Acuity & Setting: 15 private LDR suites, dedicated OB ED, C-section OR suites, supported by an onsite Level III NICU. Floating Policy: Candidates may be required to float to like units on the same campus or sister medical campuses within the Wichita health network. Uniform Policy: Hospital-laundered scrubs are provided and required.️ EMR System: Cerner electronic documentation with Cerner FetaLink (Cerner Test-Out required). Mandatory Submittal Credentials:Active Kansas RN license (or Compact multistate) in hand with active Nursys verification.Active AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, AAP/AHA NRP, and Fetal Monitoring certifications required at submittal.Active MOAB Moderate Risk certification (noted on requisition).Resume documenting 1–2+ years of acute hospital Labor & Delivery experience (including C-section circulating).2 recent professional supervisory/managerial references in matching perinatal specialty. Onboarding Testing & Health Screenings: Pre-start credentialing includes Core Competencies, Specialty Exam, EKG Exam, Unit Specific Checklist, Skills Checklist, Cerner Test-Out, Nova StatStrip, 11-panel drug screen, color vision screening, background checks, 2-step PPD/Quantiferon, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Hepatitis B, seasonal flu vaccine, and fit test. Time Off: All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be presented upfront with the submittal packet.

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

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