Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Seattle, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/14/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
The Labor and Delivery (L&D) specialty position is based in Seattle, Washington. This role involves providing high-risk obstetric care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment, supporting midwifery clients, private obstetric providers, and adult recovery services. The nurse will function as a Baby Nurse during delivery and continue newborn care until transfer to postpartum, following protocols for electronic fetal monitoring and postpartum assessments.
Job Details:
- Location: Seattle, WA
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 09/14/2026
- Required Qualifications: At least 3-5 years of experience in high-risk labor and delivery environments; current valid licensure with a compact license; prior supervisory references; proof of required certifications including BLS, NRP, ACLS (preferred: AWHONN Advanced, AWHONN Intermediate); minimum 2 years of high acuity experience; experience with electronic fetal monitoring; and proficiency in maternal/newborn assessments and interventions.
- Preferred Qualifications: ACLS, AWHONN Advanced, AWHONN Intermediate certifications; experience with high volume/high risk delivery care, EPIC electronic fetal monitoring, and adherence to AWHONN guidelines.
- Float: Float to sister facilities supporting Mother/Baby services may be required.
- Special Procedures/Unit Details: High-Risk, high-volume labor, and delivery with four operating rooms; ability to manage postpartum and antepartum care; functions as a Baby Nurse in delivery; proficient in newborn assessments, eye and thigh injections, and initial newborn care.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1297711. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Labor And Delivery Department
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus