Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) – Contract & Per Diem
Location: Montana (Various Facilities)
Position Type: Contract | Per Diem
Specialty: Labor & Delivery (L&D)
Position Summary
We are seeking experienced Labor & Delivery Registered Nurses (L&D RNs) for contract and per diem opportunities at hospitals and healthcare facilities throughout Montana. L&D RNs provide comprehensive care to mothers during labor, delivery, and the immediate postpartum period, ensuring safe, high-quality, and compassionate obstetric care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to laboring and delivering patients in accordance with clinical standards and facility protocols
- Monitor maternal and fetal status, including interpretation of fetal heart tracings
- Assist physicians and midwives during labor, delivery, and emergency obstetric situations
- Administer medications, IV therapy, and treatments as ordered
- Educate patients and families on labor processes, pain management options, and postpartum care
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient progress accurately and timely
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including OB providers, anesthesia, NICU, and postpartum staff
- Maintain a safe, supportive, and patient-centered environment
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Montana (or compact license, if applicable)
- Minimum 1–2 years of recent Labor & Delivery experience
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- Current ACLS, NRP, and STABLE certifications (may vary by facility)
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently in fast-paced, high-acuity environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Travel or contract nursing experience
- Experience with high-risk obstetrics
- Flexibility with scheduling, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Schedule & Assignment Details
- Contract assignments: Typically 8–13 weeks, with potential extensions
- Per diem shifts: As needed, variable schedules
- Shifts may include 12-hour days or nights, depending on facility needs
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay (varies by contract and facility)
- Per diem and contract opportunities may include premium pay
- Housing, meals, or travel stipends may be available for contract assignments
- Support from staffing and credentialing teams
Work Environment
L&D RNs work in hospital-based labor and delivery units, caring for patients across all stages of childbirth. Montana facilities range from community hospitals to regional medical centers, offering diverse clinical experiences and opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Statement
All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.