Travel Labor & Delivery RN

Job Description

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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Pendleton, Oregon.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Apr 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring an active Oregon RN license and the ability to practice independently across L&D, postpartum, and nursery care.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting in an L&D unit with 5 LDRP beds, 1 OR suite, 1 triage bed, and 3 additional postpartum beds
• Unit averages approximately 340 deliveries annually (30–35 per month)
• Patient population is low-risk; not a high-risk OB department
• Nurses are expected to be independent and proficient across L&D, postpartum, and routine and intermediate nursery care
• RNs are required to titrate drips, including Pitocin (induction/augmentation), insulin, and Mag Sulfate
• Central monitoring used for fetal strips; maternal cardiac tele is read by ICU staff
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) system: GE Centricity Perinatal
• EMR: MEDITECH
• Unit staffing maintains a minimum of 2 RNs at all times; each nurse serves as backup for the other
• CNA II/unit secretary support available on the unit
• Charge nurse on unit with a house supervisor in-house
• OB is on call 24/7 and typically in-house during active labor; neonatologist is on call but not in-house
• Respiratory equipment available includes vent (stabilize/transfer only) and bubble CPAP
• Night shift: 12-hour shifts, 7p–7a; block scheduling with shift trades allowed
• Every other weekend (EOW) required
• Holiday coverage required: 1 major and 1 minor holiday if applicable
• Floating to other units as "helping hands" is expected

Requirements

• Active OR RN license required; the Oregon 90-Day Emergency License is an acceptable option
• Active BLS and NRP certifications required; pending certifications are not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of L&D experience required
• Must be proficient and independently capable across L&D, postpartum, routine nursery, and intermediate nursery care
• Experience titrating drips (Pitocin, insulin, Mag Sulfate) required
• A copy of your driver's license is required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Candidates must not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health facility within the past year; PRN work through outside staffing firms is acceptable

Additional Information

• Nurses must be able to quickly shift between tasks and patient assignments as unit volume can vary significantly within a single shift
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• Unit-specific orientation is approximately 3 shifts
• Call or standby requirements to be discussed during the interview process
• Qualified candidates may be contacted by the Unit Manager for a phone interview

American Traveler Job ID #P-694696. 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. xywuqvp

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.