Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery DAYS/EVENINGS Position Type: Short-Term, Temporary (3 months) Location: Syracuse, NY Hours: 12-hour shifts Salary: $67 per hour Work Authorization: Applicants must have authorization to work for any U.S. employer without requiring sponsorship.
Step into the heart of life’s most transformative moments. As a Labor & Delivery RN, you’re there for the first cries, the anxious heartbeats, and the profound silence just before life begins. Your hands hold strength, and your presence brings calm — whether you're guiding a new mother through labor, caring for a newborn, or responding quickly to surgical needs.
This isn’t just about clinical care. It’s about showing up physically, emotionally, and wholeheartedly, for families experiencing one of the most intimate and powerful chapters of their lives.
What You’ll Do:
Deliver compassionate, high-quality care across Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Nursery
Float seamlessly between units to meet patient and staffing needs
Circulate and scrub for C-sections, supporting both mothers and surgical teams
Perform detailed maternal and neonatal assessments, monitor fetal well-being, and respond to changes quickly
Provide emotional support, education, and reassurance to families before, during, and after birth
Administer medications, manage IVs, and maintain accurate documentation in EPIC
Collaborate with OB/GYNs, anesthesiologists, pediatricians, and fellow nurses to ensure continuity of care
Uphold strict infection control and patient safety standards
What You Bring:
Current RN license in New York State
BLS certified and eligible to recertify
1.5+ years of recent experience in acute L&D, postpartum, or nursery settings
Skilled in circulating and scrubbing C-sections
Ability to float across multiple units with minimal orientation
Familiarity with EPIC (preferred)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Clean professional record and background check
Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
Why It Matters:
Labor & Delivery nurses are more than caregivers, they’re protectors of peace, advocates for safety, and quiet heroes in life’s most sacred moments. In this role, you won't just witness beginnings, you'll shape them.
Be the steady hand and warm heart in the room. Apply now to start your journey.
For more than thirty years, Penda Aiken, Inc. has committed itself to serving New York State, solidifying our position as a leading talent acquisition firm in the Northeast. Our team of industry experts collaborates closely with top-tier companies and exceptional candidates, providing personalized guidance to ensure the best possible results for everyone involved.
Partnering with Penda Aiken Inc. means positioning yourself for success. We provide access to competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits such as healthcare and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off (PTO), all delivered with personalized attention.
Penda Aiken, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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