Job Overview
TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) – Labor & Delivery (L&D) for travel assignments. This role involves providing specialized care to expectant mothers throughout the childbirth process, ensuring both maternal and neonatal well-being. The ideal candidate is skilled in obstetric care, fetal monitoring, and emergency interventions.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to expectant mothers during labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery.
- Monitor fetal heart rates, maternal vitals, and contractions to assess labor progress.
- Administer medications, epidurals, and IV fluids as needed.
- Assist OB/GYNs and midwives during deliveries, including vaginal and C-section births.
- Educate patients and families on labor procedures, newborn care, and breastfeeding.
- Manage complications such as preeclampsia, postpartum hemorrhage, and fetal distress.
- Ensure adherence to infection control, safety, and hospital protocols.
- Provide emotional support to mothers and families throughout labor and delivery.
Qualifications
- Education: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Experience: Minimum 1-2 years in Labor & Delivery, OB/GYN, or Women’s Health.
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN required.
- Skills: Proficient in fetal monitoring, neonatal resuscitation, and emergency OB care.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long hours and respond quickly in emergencies.
- Travel Readiness: Open to temporary travel assignments.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and travel stipends.
- Work in top-rated hospitals and birthing centers.
- Access to continuing education and professional growth.
- Flexible travel contracts with potential for extensions.
Job Description
Are you a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Labor and Delivery (L&D) seeking a rewarding travel healthcare assignment in the vibrant city of Houston, Texas? TLC Nursing is offering a dynamic 13-week opportunity with a competitive weekly pay of $2023.0, providing you with the chance to immerse yourself in a new healthcare environment while exploring all that Houston has to offer.
As an integral part of the L&D team, you will demonstrate your expertise in supporting expectant mothers during one of the most significant moments of their lives. Your responsibilities will include monitoring maternal and fetal well-being, assisting with labor and delivery procedures, and providing compassionate care to both mothers and newborns. Your dedication to ensuring the safety and comfort of patients will make a meaningful impact on the lives of families in the Houston area.
Join TLC Nursing, where our nurse-founded organization prioritizes your success. Benefit from 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing throughout your assignment. We understand the importance of a supportive work environment and are committed to helping you thrive in your role as a travel nurse in Houston, Texas.
In addition to this enriching experience, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including best-in-the-industry pay packages, a $25,000 life insurance policy effective from day one, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available from the 1st of the month after hire. Take advantage of paid time off accrued from day one, eligibility after 1 year of employment, and a 401(k) plan available after 1 year, fully vested after 5 years. Enhance your coverage with Aflac, participate in our referral program with payouts for referring other healthcare professionals, and access free, confidential EAP services for you and your household.
Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your nursing career and make a difference in the lives of patients in Houston. Apply now to embark on this fulfilling travel healthcare assignment with TLC Nursing.