American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Phoenix, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/30/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring 3+ years of high-acuity L&D experience, Trauma Level I facility background, and AZ or compact RN licensure.
Details
- Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:30
- Labor and Delivery unit with patient ratios of 1-2 couplets
- Involves Antepartum, LDRP, and Mother/Baby care
- Minimum of 3 weekend shifts per month required (Saturday/Sunday)
- No on-call requirements
- Occasional floating to Postpartum unit within scope of practice
- Epic charting experience preferred but other EMR experience accepted
Requirements
- Active AZ or compact RN license required in hand to apply
- Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, and AWHONN Intermediate
- Preferred certifications: AWHONN Advanced, C-EFM, and RNC-OB
- Minimum 3 years of high-acuity L&D experience required, or 2 years if from a teaching or high-risk facility
- Trauma Level I facility experience required
- First-time travelers considered only with 5+ years of experience
- Skilled in sterile vaginal exams, NST, EFM/IUPC use, and recognition of abnormal fetal heart rate patterns
- Experience with high-risk delivery assistance, C-section circulation, forceps/vacuum extraction, and hemorrhage/shock management
- Proficient in postpartum care for vaginal delivery, C-section, couplet care, multiple births, and PIH patients
- Skilled in neonatal care including cord care, newborn assessment, discharge teaching, and hypoglycemia management
- Experience with epidural/general anesthesia support and pain management
- Competent in blood product administration, venous blood draws, and IV therapy
Additional Information
- Provide comprehensive labor, delivery, and postpartum nursing care across high-risk and routine cases
- Support high-risk antepartum patients and obstetrical triage as needed
- Facility performs 200-300+ births per month
- Assist with specialized procedures including amnioinfusion, spiral electrode placement, and cervical cerclage
- Provide newborn care including APGAR scoring, thermoregulation, and metabolic screening
- Candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be eligible
- Holiday RTO requests reviewed on a case-by-case basis
American Traveler Job ID #P-765364. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Labor & Delivery
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.