L&D | Registered Nurse
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Gunnison, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $67.50
- Weekly
- $2,430
- Yearly (full-time)
- $126,360
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
- Start date
- 10/26/2026
This job pays about $67.50/hour — 40% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Colorado ($48.20/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Colorado right now
- 1,016 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Colorado from 7 agencies, 9 of them in Gunnison.
- Pay in these listings: $7.66 – $86.89/hour, median $57.11/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Colorado: $48.20/hour ($100,256/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($64.00/hour across 249 jobs).
Job description
Travel Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) – Gunnison, CO
Travel Labor & Delivery RN opportunity in Gunnison, Colorado: Join a supportive L&D/LDRP team for a 13-week assignment with rotating 12-hour shifts, competitive weekly pay, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in maternal and newborn care.
Job Details
- Setting: Labor & Delivery / LDRP
- Location: Gunnison, CO 81230
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts, including day and night coverage
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,430-$2,550
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing
- On-Site: Yes
Registered Nurse Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- At least 1 year of Labor & Delivery nursing experience required
- Experience supporting labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum care
- Ability to work rotating day and night 12-hour shifts
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and patient education skills
- Colorado Adult Protective Services (CAPS) check required
- Reliable transportation is essential, as public transportation is limited in the area
Labor & Delivery RN Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients throughout the labor and delivery process
- Monitor vital signs and assess maternal and fetal well-being
- Assist with clinical procedures and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
- Offer education and guidance related to childbirth, postpartum recovery, and lactation support
- Deliver emotional support and reassurance to patients and families
- Maintain accurate documentation and promote safe, effective patient care
Why Choose This Colorado Nursing Job?
- Enjoy a picturesque Colorado setting surrounded by mountain scenery and fresh air
- Experience the charm of a close-knit community with a relaxed pace of life
- Take advantage of nearby outdoor recreation, including hiking, fishing, and exploring natural beauty
Apply now to take the next step in your travel nursing career and join a rewarding Labor & Delivery healthcare team in Gunnison, Colorado.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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