Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,182 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Shelby, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 25, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery/Postpartum position at a 241-bed Level 3 Trauma hospital in North Carolina, requiring a minimum of 2 years of L&D experience and the ability to work in an LDRP setting.

Details

• Work setting is a hospital Labor & Delivery unit with 8 labor rooms, 3 triage rooms, 1 OR suite, and 1 PACU
• Patient population includes labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care with an average of 4–6 patients per day
• Staffing follows AWHONN guidelines: 1:1 for active labor, 1:2 for inactive labor, and 1:3–4 for couplets; 1 CST per shift
• EMR is Epic; experience preferred
• IV pumps: Alaris; medication dispensing: Omnicell
• Unit equipment includes fetal monitors, Philips newborn monitors, scales, ultrasound, and ambulation assist devices
• 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within Region 3 facilities (Cleveland, Kings Mountain, Lincoln, and Central Division including CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH) per regional needs and within scope of practice — candidates unwilling to float should not apply

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, EFM, and NRP
• Minimum 2 years of Labor & Delivery experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Ability and willingness to work in an LDRP setting required
• Proficiency in L&D skills including labor management, circulating cesarean sections, pre-op and PACU care, triage, newborn resuscitation, Pitocin management, and epidural management
• Must be located more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not accepted
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Candidates must have been separated from any Advocate Health Southeast (AHSE) facility for at least 1 year following permanent employment before being eligible
• Orientation includes NEO plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
• RTO of up to 6 days may be approved, excluding holidays; if contracted hours cannot be met, time must be added to the end of the contract
• Schedule is set on a 6-week cycle with both day (7a–7p) and night (7p–7a) shift availability
• Department support includes a 24/7 charge nurse, phlebotomy for peripheral blood draws, respiratory therapy available 24/7 within the hospital, and a hospitalist available 24/7 for newborn care
• Hospital-issued green scrubs required
• Free parking available on site
• Unit culture emphasizes teamwork

American Traveler Job ID #P-701737. 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.