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Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Columbus, Ohio

Labor & Delivery travel nurse opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, for an experienced RN seeking a high-acuity Level 4 L&D assignment.

Join a high-acuity Labor & Delivery team in Columbus, Ohio, and make a meaningful impact caring for patients and newborns throughout the birthing experience. This 13-week, on-site travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to work in a Level 4 L&D setting with approximately 450 deliveries per month, comprehensive interdisciplinary support, and exposure to a diverse range of obstetric and neonatal care needs.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,050–$2,160
• Specialty: Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (L&D RN)
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 15, 2027
• Shift: Night shift, 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.
• Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week; 36 hours per week
• Setting: Level 4 Labor & Delivery unit with approximately 450 deliveries per month
• Patient Population: Neonates, adolescents, and adults
• Patient Ratios: Approximately 1:1 on days and nights
• Floating: May be required to float to antepartum and other units within the health system as needed
• Orientation: 36 hours
• Work Environment: On-site with support from IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, radiology, rapid response, social services, and other interdisciplinary departments

Labor & Delivery RN Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent Labor & Delivery nursing experience required
• Current Registered Nurse license, with a valid compact or Ohio RN license in hand at the time of submission
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications required
• AWHONN Advanced certification required; NCC C-EFM certification may be accepted in lieu of AWHONN Advanced
• Epic electronic medical record experience required
• Recent experience starting and maintaining IVs in an acute-care setting
• Completion of an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Two professional references required, including at least one reference from a manager, director, supervisor, or other formal leader
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• Must be prepared to complete Ohio fingerprinting and credentialing requirements promptly after accepting the assignment
• Flu vaccination required; medical exemptions may be considered

Labor & Delivery RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to antepartum, laboring, postpartum, and high-risk obstetric patients
• Monitor maternal and fetal status using external and internal fetal monitoring, NSTs, IUPCs, and fetal scalp electrodes as appropriate
• Recognize and respond to abnormal fetal heart rate patterns and obstetric emergencies
• Assist with vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, recoveries, and high-risk births
• Administer and monitor Pitocin, magnesium sulfate, epidural therapies, blood products, and other ordered medications or infusions
• Perform triage, sterile vaginal examinations, cervical assessments, and ongoing pain assessments
• Provide postpartum care, including fundus, lochia, perineal, wound, edema, reflex, and clonus assessments
• Support breastfeeding and lactation needs while promoting patient education and family-centered care
• Complete APGAR scoring, newborn identification and security procedures, cord sample collection, and thermoregulation support
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams
• Float to other designated units when needed while maintaining safe, high-quality patient care

Travel Nursing in Columbus, Ohio

Columbus, Ohio, offers the energy and amenities of a thriving state capital while maintaining a welcoming, community-oriented feel. The area features lively neighborhoods, diverse dining, arts and entertainment, college-town energy, and abundant parks and outdoor spaces. With a reasonable cost of living and convenient access to regional destinations, Columbus is an appealing place to enjoy your time away from the hospital during a travel nursing assignment.

Apply now to explore this Labor & Delivery RN travel contract in Columbus, Ohio.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.