Travel Nurse RN - Labor & Delivery - $1,865 per week in Overland Park, KS
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Overland Park
Posted on: February 10, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Labor & Delivery Location: Overland
Park, KS Agency: Magnet Medical Pay: $1,865 per week Shift
Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 12 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working
with Magnet Medical to find a qualified Labor/Delivery RN in
Overland Park, Kansas, 66212! The Registered Nurse (RN) in Labor
and Delivery (L&D) is responsible for providing comprehensive
care to women during labor, delivery, and the immediate postpartum
period. The RN in this specialty is skilled in managing both
routine and high-risk pregnancies, monitoring fetal and maternal
well-being, and assisting with deliveries. The L&D nurse
collaborates with obstetricians, midwives, anesthesiologists, and
other healthcare professionals to provide safe, compassionate, and
effective care to both mothers and newborns. Key Responsibilities:
Pre-Labor and Admission Assessment: Assess and monitor the health
of pregnant women at various stages of labor, including gathering
health histories, vital signs, and physical assessments. Perform
non-stress tests (NSTs), monitor fetal heart tones, and evaluate
uterine activity for signs of labor progression. Educate patients
on labor and delivery processes, pain management options, and what
to expect during childbirth. Labor Support and Monitoring: Monitor
the progress of labor through regular assessment of contraction
patterns, cervical dilation, fetal heart rate, and maternal vital
signs. Administer medications, including epidurals, Pitocin, and
pain relief options, as prescribed, and monitor their effects.
Provide continuous emotional support and pain management throughout
the labor process, using comfort measures, including positioning,
breathing techniques, and offering encouragement. Assist with
amniotomy, if necessary, and other procedures as directed by the
healthcare team. Assisting with Delivery: Assist obstetricians or
midwives during vaginal deliveries, including providing
instrumentation assistance, suctioning, and other necessary actions
during the birth. Participate in cesarean section procedures by
ensuring the sterile field, assisting with the delivery process,
and providing immediate newborn care after birth. Perform neonatal
resuscitation and initial assessment of the newborn’s health
immediately after delivery. Postpartum Care: Monitor the health and
recovery of both the mother and the newborn in the immediate
postpartum period, including assessing vital signs, bleeding, and
uterine tone. Assist with breastfeeding support, including teaching
proper latch techniques, positioning, and addressing any concerns
related to infant care. Provide education on postpartum recovery,
self-care, and newborn care, such as diapering, bathing, and
recognizing signs of illness. Documentation and Reporting: Document
all assessments, interventions, medications, and patient progress
accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) to maintain
compliance with hospital policies and legal standards. Maintain
accurate and timely records of labor and delivery processes,
including patient and fetal monitoring results. Collaboration and
Communication: Work closely with obstetricians, anesthesiologists,
neonatologists, and other healthcare team members to plan and
implement individualized care for each patient. Communicate clearly
with patients and families about the progress of labor, potential
complications, and available options, ensuring that informed
consent is obtained for procedures when necessary. Infection
Control and Safety: Follow infection control procedures to maintain
a safe and sterile environment for labor, delivery, and postpartum
care. Ensure that all equipment used during labor and delivery is
properly sterilized and functioning, including fetal monitoring
devices, IV pumps, and delivery instruments. Emergency and
High-Risk Situations: Recognize signs of complications, such as
fetal distress, preeclampsia, and hemorrhage, and initiate
appropriate interventions or escalate care as needed. Respond to
obstetric emergencies, such as shoulder dystocia, uterine rupture,
and neonatal resuscitation, utilizing appropriate protocols and
teamwork. Administer medications and interventions for high-risk
pregnancies, including managing complications like hypertension,
gestational diabetes, or infections. Patient Education and
Advocacy: Provide education and support to patients and families
regarding labor, delivery options, newborn care, and postpartum
recovery. Advocate for patient preferences and informed
decision-making, ensuring that patients have access to the
resources they need to make choices about their care. 5 Benefits of
Travel Nursing Adapting to new environments, team dynamics, and
patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is
transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the
healthcare profession. Different healthcare facilities may have
varying levels of technological advancements. Working in diverse
settings exposes you to a range of medical technologies,
contributing to your technological literacy. Different healthcare
facilities may have varying nursing policies and procedures.
Adapting to these variations helps you understand the importance of
compliance and the rationale behind different policies. Managing
assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments
requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone
your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare
setting. Travel nurses may find themselves in challenging
situations that require effective crisis management. This
experience can be valuable in emergency healthcare settings and
disaster response teams. Requirements Required for Onboarding L & D
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