Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery (L&D) travel assignment in Fort Defiance, AZ, United States. Start date 09/21/2026 for 16 weeks, with guaranteed 36 hours per week at a pay rate of $2,797–$2,997 per week. Shift is 3x12 Flex (12-hour day shifts with flexibility to cover other shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed) in a Short Term Acute Care Hospital setting.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range: $2,797–$2,997 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 16 weeks
- Shift: 3x12 Flex (12-hour day shifts with flexibility to cover other shifts)
- Start date: 09/21/2026
- Work setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital
- Travel assignment with potential extension based on unit needs

Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care for obstetric patients across labor and delivery, postpartum, and newborn care, including BFHI-supported practices.
- Monitor maternal and fetal status, administer medications, assist during labor and delivery (including cesarean sections as needed), and participate in newborn care and mother-baby room coordination.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including potential roles as charge nurse after training, and support ongoing patient education and discharge planning.
- Document care accurately in the medical record, maintain safety and infection control standards, and support lactation and breastfeeding goals.
- Maintain flexibility to float to other departments when qualified, assist with call lights, patient load management, or other routine tasks as assigned.
- Adhere to available standards (AWHONN Advanced FHM or equivalent; RNC-EFM may substitute for AWHONN FHM) and keep certifications current.

Requirements
- Minimum five (5) years of recent experience in Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Newborn care in a healthcare setting
- Certifications: American Heart Association ACLS OR ALSO, BLS, NRP AND AWHONN Advanced FHM required; substitution: RNC-EFM for AWHONN FHM
- Flexibility to work 12-hour day shifts with the ability to cover additional shifts, weekends, and holidays
- Willingness and ability to float to other departments as needed
- Licensure/credentials: current credentials appropriate for practicing in the assignment location; must meet all job-specific certification and credentialing requirements

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours during the assignment
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Extension opportunities based on performance and unit needs
- Nationwide assignments and assignment-specific credentialing support

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
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• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.