Job Description
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: 05/18/2026
- 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: May 18, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring a minimum of 2-3 years of high-acuity L&D experience and a comprehensive set of obstetric certifications.
Details
- Hospital-based Labor & Delivery unit with antepartum, LDRP, and mother/baby care responsibilities
- Patient ratio of 1:2 couplets
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
- Minimum of 3 weekend shifts per month required (Saturday and Sunday only)
- Occasional floating to Postpartum unit when within scope
- No on-call requirements
Requirements
- Active AZ RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a high-acuity L&D setting; 2 years may be considered if experience was gained at a teaching or high-risk facility
- Proficiency in sterile speculum and vaginal exams, including assessment of effacement, dilation, station, and presentation
- Experience with external and internal fetal monitoring (EFM), IUPC placement and calibration, and recognition and treatment of abnormal fetal heart rate patterns
- Skills in NST, reflex checks, edema and clonus assessment, amnioinfusion, and hemorrhage/shock management
- Experience with IV placement and maintenance, infusion pumps/drips, blood and blood product administration, and venous blood draws
- Ability to assist with and recover C-sections, assist with vaginal and high-risk deliveries, and circulate for C-sections, including forceps/vacuum extraction
- Competency in postpartum care for vaginal delivery, cesarean section, couplet care, multiple births, postpartum hemorrhage, and pregnancy-induced hypertension
- Neonatal care skills including newborn assessment, cord care, newborn hypoglycemia management, and neonatal care in the delivery room
- Experience with epidural and general anesthesia and pain assessment and management
- Proficiency in isolation precautions, PPE, vaccine administration, and patient discharge teaching
Additional Information
- Preferred certifications include AWHONN Advanced Fetal Monitoring, C-EFM, and RNC-OB
- Preferred experience includes high-risk antepartum care, Level III L&D, facilities with 300+ births/month, triage of obstetrical patients, spiral electrode placement, and procedures such as cervical cerclage, D&C, and tubal ligation
- Preferred neonatal skills include neonatal abstinence syndrome management, phototherapy, metabolic screening, car seat education, and transition of the newborn
- Candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be eligible
- First-time travelers may be considered with a minimum of 5 years of L&D experience
- RTO blackout dates apply around Memorial Day weekend (5/22–25), Independence Day (7/3–6), and Labor Day weekend (9/4–7)
American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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: 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.
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