Travel Nurse RN - Labor & Delivery - $2,119 per week in Davenport, IA
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Davenport
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Labor & Delivery Location: Davenport, IA
Agency: Aequor Healthcare Pay: $2,119 per week Shift Information:
Nights Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the
Position TravelNurseSource is working with Aequor Healthcare to
find a qualified Labor/Delivery RN in Davenport, Iowa, 52803!
Location: Davenport, IA Pay Rate: Up to: 2180.56/Week Start Date:
01/05/2026 to 04/05/2026 Duration: 13 weeks Number of Positions: 1
Shift Type: Nights Hours Per Day: 12 Discipline: Registered Nurse
(RN) Specialty: Labor and Delivery Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)
- Labor and Delivery About Aequor: Established in 1998, Aequor is a
premier healthcare and education staffing company, committed to
connecting skilled professionals with rewarding career
opportunities. Job Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive nursing
care to expectant mothers during labor, delivery, and the immediate
postpartum period, ensuring the safety and well-being of both
mother and baby. Monitor vital signs, fetal heart rates, and
contractions to assess the progress of labor, responding promptly
to any complications or changes in condition. Assist physicians and
midwives during labor and delivery, administering medications,
monitoring pain management, and providing emotional support to
mothers. Prepare the labor and delivery rooms, ensuring all
equipment and supplies are sterile and ready for use during
deliveries. Educate mothers and families on labor, pain management
options, breastfeeding, and newborn care, offering guidance and
reassurance throughout the process. Perform routine newborn
assessments immediately after delivery, including Apgar scoring,
weight measurement, and initial care, ensuring a smooth transition
to postpartum care. Manage emergency situations, such as postpartum
hemorrhage or fetal distress, by implementing appropriate
interventions and notifying the healthcare team. Document all
patient care, procedures, medications, and observations in
electronic health records (EHR), maintaining accurate and
up-to-date records. Provide discharge education and instructions to
new mothers and their families, including care for themselves and
their newborns. Stay current with best practices in labor and
delivery nursing through continuing education and professional
development. Job Requirements: Strong understanding of labor and
delivery procedures, fetal monitoring, and postpartum care.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate
effectively with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare
professionals. Ability to manage emergency situations and provide
compassionate care in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. Active
[STATE] Registered Nurse (RN) License in good standing. A minimum
of 2 years of experience as a Labor and Delivery Nurse or in a
similar role. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). Experience
with EPIC or similar charting systems. Benefits: Tax-free housing
and meal stipend (depending on the location of your assignment).
First-day health insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life,
Accidental & Short Term Disability). Weekly direct deposit. Sick
days/PTO (varies by facility). Travel reimbursement. 401k
eligibility after the first year. Credentialing assistance.
CEU/Tuition reimbursement. Professional development opportunities.
5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Advocating for patients from diverse
backgrounds and with different healthcare needs refines your
patient advocacy skills, making you a more effective advocate in
various healthcare settings. Stand out in the competitive
healthcare field by showcasing a resume filled with varied
experiences in different regions and healthcare settings. Employers
value the adaptability and resilience gained through travel
nursing. Travel nursing allows you to experience different cultures
firsthand. Working in new locations exposes you to unique customs,
traditions, and perspectives, fostering cultural competence and
enriching your personal and professional life. Working with diverse
patient populations and teams hones your emotional intelligence.
Understanding and navigating different emotions becomes crucial in
providing compassionate patient care. Working with diverse teams in
various settings enhances your communication skills. You learn to
effectively communicate with colleagues, patients, and families
from different backgrounds. 29085545EXPTEMP
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