Registered Nurse – Obstetrics / Med-Surg - RNOBS NS#


Healthcare - IA - West Des Moines, IA
West Des Moines, Iowa
Locations: West Des Moines, Atlantic, Council Bluffs
Posted On: March 17, 2026
Last Day to Apply: March 31, 2026
Pay: From $2,200 per week

Job Title: Registered Nurse – Obstetrics / Med-Surg

Location: Atlantic, IA
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Night (3x12-Hour Shifts)


Compensation:

  • Weekly Gross Pay: $2,200 – $2,700 (based on experience)


Job Overview:

We are seeking a versatile Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in Obstetrics and Medical-Surgical nursing. This role primarily supports Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Recovery, with the flexibility to float to Med-Surg units as needed.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide patient care in Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Recovery settings

  • Float to Med-Surg units when obstetric census is low

  • Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care

  • Ensure patient safety, privacy, and confidentiality at all times

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation


Required Certifications & Licensure:

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) License (state license required)

Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

Additional Certifications (Preferred/Accepted):

  • CPI, ENPC, RNFA, TNCC, AWHONN, NIHSS, STABLE, ASLS, NBSTSA, AAPHON, CMAC, CMAR, MARMA


Required Experience:

  • Less than 1 year of experience accepted


Specialty Requirements:

  • Primary: Obstetrics (L&D, Postpartum, Recovery)

  • Secondary: Medical-Surgical (floating required)


Key Skills:

  • Ability to manage both obstetric and general patient care

  • Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills

  • Flexibility and adaptability in a multi-unit environment

  • Effective communication and teamwork


Work Environment:

  • Combination of Obstetrics and Med-Surg units

  • Requires flexibility based on patient census and unit needs


Additional Information:

  • Ideal candidate should be comfortable floating between departments

  • Opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience across specialties

For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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