<p>A hospital in Tahlequah, Oklahoma is seeking an experienced Labor and Delivery RN for a 13-week contract assignment. This day-shift position offers a straightforward 7a–7p schedule and competitive pay — $57/hr for local candidates or $28/hr plus a $1,200 weekly stipend for traveling nurses. Tahlequah sits in the scenic Cherokee Nation heartland of northeastern Oklahoma, offering a close-knit community feel with easy access to outdoor recreation and the Tulsa metro.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Local pay rate: $57.00 per hour</li> <li>Travel pay rate: $28.00 per hour plus $1,200 weekly tax-free housing/travel stipend</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary coverage</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends with access to an extensive corporate housing network and discounts</li> <li>Referral bonuses and a rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team support</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>13-week contract with a consistent day-shift schedule: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM</li> <li>Hospital-based Labor and Delivery unit serving the Tahlequah regional community</li> <li>Full Labor and Delivery scope including intrapartum, antepartum, and postpartum care</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Oklahoma RN license or active compact state RN license required</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery nursing experience required</li> <li>Current BLS certification required</li> <li>Current ACLS certification required</li> <li>Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required</li> <li>Current Fetal Monitoring certification required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Tahlequah is the capital of the Cherokee Nation and the cultural heart of northeastern Oklahoma — a region defined by rolling hills, dense hardwood forests, and the clear-water Illinois River, which draws kayakers, canoeists, and campers year-round. The city offers a low cost of living, a welcoming small-town atmosphere, and the energy of a college town anchored by Northeastern State University. The Tulsa metropolitan area is approximately one hour west, providing easy access to major airports, professional sports, dining, and urban amenities whenever desired.</p>