Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Company: First Connect Health
Location: Elmira
Posted on: March 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Elmira, New York. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Labor and Delivery - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 03/30/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, rotating - Employment Type: Travel RN – Labor & Delivery (L&D) – Elmira, NY Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (03/30/2026 – 06/28/2026) Shift: 12-Hour Rotation (07:00 – 19:30 / 19:00 – 07:30) | Primarily Nights Regular Job Summary A regional leader in maternity care, is seeking a versatile Labor & Delivery RN. You will join a high-risk obstetric team managing a 10-bed L&D unit with 2 dedicated ORs, averaging 80–100 deliveries per month. While L&D is your primary home, this role requires flexibility to float to the 20-bed Maternity/Obstetrics unit. This is a critical-fill position due to staff resignation, requiring an ASAP start for a clinician comfortable with a night-heavy rotation. Key Responsibilities - Labor Support: Provide 1:1 or 1:2 care for laboring patients, including high-risk monitoring and immediate postpartum stabilization. - Fetal Monitoring: Maintain high competency in the interpretation of continuous electronic fetal monitoring (EFM) strips, identifying reassuring vs. non-reassuring patterns. - Surgical Circulation: Assist in the L&D Operating Rooms for both scheduled and emergency Cesarean sections. - Maternity Floating: Provide care for delivered patients, post-op GYN cases, and stable antepartum patients on the 20-bed OB unit as census requires. - Safety Sitter Coverage: In low-census scenarios, you may be required to float to Med-Surg units to act as a safety sitter. - Emergency Intervention: Utilize NRP and ACLS protocols for neonatal and maternal resuscitation if needed. Requirements & Qualifications - Experience: Minimum 2 years of dedicated Labor & Delivery/Maternity experience. - Certifications: * CPR/BLS (AHA) – Required. - NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – Required. - ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – Required. - Technical Skills: Advanced competency in fetal monitor strip interpretation. - Licensure: Active New York (NY) RN License. - Flexibility: Must be comfortable with a rotational schedule; though primarily nights, you must be open to day shifts if discussed in advance. Unit & Facility Details - L&D Unit: 10 Beds, 2 ORs (High-risk). - OB/Maternity Unit: 20 Beds (Delivered, Post-op GYN, Stable Antepartum). - Volume: 80–100 deliveries per month. - Ratios: 1:1 or 1:2 in L&D. - On-Call: Yes, participation in the unit call rotation is required. Financial & Logistics Notes - Start Date: ASAP (Targeting 03/30/2026). - Location: Elmira, NY 14905. - Note: You will not be required to act as Charge Nurse or Preceptor during this assignment. Clinical Spotlight: High-Risk OB at Arnot As an L&D nurse at AOMC, you are the front line for the Southern Tier’s high-risk pregnancies. Your expertise in Fetal Heart Rate (FHR) interpretation is vital, as the unit manages a significant number of high-risk cases that may require rapid transition to the OR. Your ability to provide "Arnot-level" compassionate care while maintaining strict clinical vigilance during a 12-hour night shift is the hallmark of this role. Elmira is nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of New York. Job ID: ARN-34675/n/nRequirements & Qualifications:/n/n- Experience: Minimum 2 years of dedicated Labor & Delivery/Maternity experience./n- Certifications: * CPR/BLS (AHA) – Required.NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – Required./n- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – Required./n- Technical Skills: Advanced competency in fetal monitor strip interpretation./n- Licensure: Active New York (NY) RN License. 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 - Medical benefits - Sick pay - 401k retirement plan - Weekly pay - Referral bonus

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