Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $1,967 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Amarillo, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Labor and Delivery
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 10 / 27 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (L&D RN) – Locum Tenens Nursing Job in Amarillo, Texas

Advance your nursing career with a high-demand locum tenens opportunity as a Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (L&D RN) in Amarillo, TX 79106. Join a leading Texas healthcare team at a modern community hospital, delivering exceptional maternal and newborn care. Amarillo offers a vibrant lifestyle, city amenities, and scenic West Texas landscapes—ideal for travel nurses seeking professional growth and rewarding healthcare jobs in Texas.

Compensation

Estimated Weekly Pay : $1800–$1850

Texas Nursing Job Details

Location : Amarillo, TX 79106 (West Texas healthcare jobs)

Assignment Length : 13-week contract (August 25, 2025 – November 24, 2025)

Shift : 12-hour night shifts (19 : 00 – 07 : 30), 3 shifts / week

Hours per Week : 36

Unit : Labor & Delivery (12-bed unit)

Charting System : Epic EMR (Epic experience required)

Patient Ratio : 1 : 6

Orientation : 20 hours onsite

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – Texas or compact state

Minimum 2 years of recent Labor & Delivery RN experience

Certifications : AWHONN Intermediate, BLS, NRP

Epic EMR experience required

Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility (50-mile radius rule)

Ability to complete onsite orientation and online modules (4-6 hours)

L&D RN Responsibilities

Assist with vaginal deliveries and circulate for C-sections in a busy Labor & Delivery unit

Perform triage of obstetrical patients and conduct sterile vaginal exams

Start and maintain peripheral IVs; manage insulin drips and central lines (CVC / PICC)

Recover post C-section patients and provide newborn care

Implement isolation precautions and proper PPE protocols

Utilize external fetal heart monitoring (EFM) for patient safety

Maintain accurate clinical documentation using Epic EMR

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Experience Amarillo’s welcoming community, local dining, and proximity to Palo Duro Canyon State Park during your Texas nursing assignment. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a difference in Labor & Delivery nursing while enjoying all that West Texas has to offer!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #395010. 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

About Planet Healthcare

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Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

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