Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,434 per week

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Grinnell, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

PREMIER LABOR & DELIVERY CONTRACT – NO CALL OBLIGATIONS – FIRST TIMERS WELCOME

First Connect Health is seeking a qualified Labor & Delivery (L&D) Registered Nurse (RN) for an immediate 13-week travel assignment in Grinnell, Iowa. This facility offers an incredibly close-knit environment with a highly manageable, low-burnout delivery pacing. If you are an L&D nurse looking for a night shift assignment with zero on-call requirements, or a dedicated clinician ready to jump into your very first travel contract, this is the perfect opportunity!

Please note: Viable candidates will receive an immediate clinical screening call or text from a 405 area code.

PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE

• Weekly Gross: $2,434.00
• Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,246.00
• Hourly W2 Rate: $33.00/hr
• Overtime Rate: $49.50/hr (Billable after 40 hours)
• Based on 36 Regular Hours weekly (3x12 Shifts)

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS

• Schedule: Nights, 3x12-Hour Shifts (36 hours guaranteed weekly). Holiday rotation required.
• On-Call Requirements: None! Absolute freedom from on-call shifts.
• Weekend Requirements: Every third weekend rotation.
• EMR System: Epic
• Unit Pacing & Environment: Favorable low-acuity unit handling approximately 19–31 deliveries per month (average of 300 annually).
• Unit Layout & Ratios: 3 LDRP beds, 4 Postpartum beds. Ratios are a supportive 1:1 for active labor and 1:3-4 for couplets. Covers labor, delivery, postpartum, antepartum, and newborn nursery care workflows.
• Floating Flexibility: May occasionally float to Med Surg or ICU units to assist infrequently with basic tasks like med passes or technician-level patient care.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION

• Experience: Minimum 24 months of current clinical experience in Labor & Delivery. Nursery, Mother-Baby, and Postpartum experience is highly preferred. First-time travel nurses are fully welcome!
• Licensure: Active Iowa State or Compact/Multistate Nursing License required at time of submission.
• Certifications Required: Active AHA BLS, ACLS, NRP certificate, and an Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM/AWHONN) certificate must be in hand.

✨ WORK WITH HARRY JAMES AT FIRST CONNECT HEALTH

Don't let your file get lost in a corporate database. Apply directly to this posting to work with me, Harry James. I manage my candidate relationships with total pay transparency, swift credentialing, and direct line tracking to get your file to the unit manager immediately.

Click "Apply Now" to start your 405 area code screening and secure a July start date!

⚡ Screening Notice: Viable applicants will be contacted directly via phone call or text from a 405 area code for an immediate, rapid clinical screening interview. No On-Call Requirements: This position is completely free of regular on-call obligations, allowing you to maximize your rest and schedule predictability between your 3x12 night shifts. Well-Paced Maternal-Child Environment: This unit operates at a highly manageable pacing with an average of 19–31 deliveries per month, featuring an active labor ratio of 1:1 and a couplet care ratio of 1:3-4. Local Radius Bill Rate Rules: Local candidates living within a 50-mile radius of the Grinnell facility are accepted, but are subject to a standard 10% reduction in the contract bill rate. Cross-Discipline Support Floating: Travel nurses must be willing to assist sister units. Infrequently, you may be asked to float to the facility's 23-bed Med Surg unit or ICU to help core staff exclusively with basic med passes or tech-level tasks. Submission Checklist: To pass initial credentialing, your profile must include an active Iowa/compact license, a resume detailing 24 months of relevant experience, a specialty skills checklist, and active copies of ACLS, BLS, NRP, and Intermediate EFM certifications.

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

• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus