HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
This position is for a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Labor and Delivery in Des Moines, Iowa, providing 12-hour shifts over a 13-week period. The RN will care for high-risk obstetrics patients, manage medications such as magnesium and pitocin, and support family-centered care across Labor & Delivery and Mother-Baby units. Requirements include over 1.5 years of L&D experience and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NRP.
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Labor & Delivery
Location: Des Moines, IA
Start Date: 9/29/2025
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift Details:
Shift: Days, 3x12 hour shifts
Weekend Requirements: Every 3rd weekend & holiday rotation if scheduled
On Call: None
May float across all campuses to Maternity/L&D and Mother-Baby/Postpartum units
Unit Info:
Beds: 45 (2 ORs)
Patient Ratio: 1:1–2
Patient Population: High-risk OB, antepartum, c-sections, vaginal deliveries
Drips Managed: Magnesium, insulin, pitocin
EMR: EPIC
Position Overview:
As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Travel L&D RN applies professional nursing knowledge and skills in the provision and management of care to Labor & Delivery patients. The nurse ensures patient safety, family-centered care, and supports floating to Mother-Baby/Postpartum units as needed.
Requirements:
1.5+ years current L&D hospital experience – Required
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP – Required
Contact HumanEdge Health:
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare Job ID #11947. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: L&D RN
About HumanEdge Travel HealthcareHumanEdge Allied Health is a full-service nursing and allied health staffing agency that has lived and breathed staffing for more than 30 years, making us one of the most trusted in the industry!
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