Job Opportunity – Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum (LDRP) RN – Montana
Start Date: October 19, 2026
Location: Montana
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour shifts with weekend rotation equally distributed among staff; 48-hour work weeks approved; must work at least one winter holiday (scheduled in pairs: Thanksgiving + Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas + Christmas Eve, or New Year's + New Year's Eve)
Highlights:
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LDRP role in a 22-bed Critical Access Hospital providing full-spectrum obstetric care including triage, labor, delivery, recovery, postpartum, and newborn care
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Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:6 depending on acuity and census; daily census averages 2 patients across 3 rooms
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Epic charting system in use; minimal float required (primarily to assist with skills such as IV starts when no OB patients present)
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Reduced orientation period of 24 hours (versus standard 40 hours); seasoned travelers only
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Wireless fetal monitoring and JADA device for postpartum hemorrhage management available on unit
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One pre-approved time off request allowed; scheduling requests must be submitted upfront
Requirements:
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Active Compact RN license required at time of submission
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Minimum 3 years of LDRP nursing experience required
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Previous travel nursing experience required
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Epic charting system experience required
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Current certifications: BLS, NRP, CLC (preferred), STABLE (preferred)
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Demonstrated skills in circulating for C-sections, Labor & Delivery, sterile vaginal exams, and triage of obstetrical patients
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Ability to care for neonates, infants, and adult patient populations
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Must commit to working at least 3 of 5 major holidays during winter assignment
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2 professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years required
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers experienced LDRP nurses the chance to utilize their full skill set in a Critical Access Hospital setting where you'll provide comprehensive care across all phases of the maternal-newborn journey. With interdisciplinary support including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, and Rapid Response Teams, you'll work as part of a collaborative healthcare team dedicated to supporting families during one of life's most important moments. The facility offers modern technology and equipment while maintaining the personalized care environment characteristic of critical access hospitals.
