Travel Mother/Baby RN - $2,760 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Puyallup, Washington. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Labor and Delivery Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 17 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 21, 2026 Length: 17 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN - Mother/Baby with strong L&D skills for a 12-hour night shift position requiring a WA or compact RN license and at least 1 year of experience. Details Work in the Birth Center of a Level III Trauma Center with 375 licensed beds Unit includes 9 LDR, 2 OB OR, 2 OB PACU, 11 Level II NICU, 4-bed Peds, 20-bed Mother/Baby unit, 18-bed START perinatal addiction unit, and 3 OB ED beds (20 weeks and above) Level II Perinatal Center caring for patients 32 weeks and above Common diagnoses include hypertension, magnesium administration, and medication management for substance abuse, along with a high volume of low-risk patients needing intermittent monitoring, epidurals, and fetal monitoring Provides antepartum care for patients needing continued fetal monitoring and post-labor care as stable mothers and babies transition to Mother/Baby (32-34 week infants transfer to NICU) Unit averages 175-200 deliveries per month Patient ratios follow AWHONN and NANN guidelines: 1:1 for active labor and 1:2 for non-active laboring patients EMR systems used include EPIC Stork and GE Centricity Uses Alaris IV pumps and Pyxis medication dispensing system 12-hour night shifts (1900-0700) with rotating weekends every other week No on-call requirements Schedule is created in 3-week increments May float between L&D and Mother/Baby based on competency, but will not float to the START unit Requirements Active WA or compact RN license required Current BLS and NRP certifications required Fetal monitoring certification required (AWHONN or Relia's module) Minimum 1 year of experience required Strong L&D experience required, including cervical exams, antepartum and labor care, amnio infusion, epidurals, fetal monitoring, IVs, and Pitocin administration Post-partum experience required, including care for mother and baby beyond the initial 24-hour transition period and basic breastfeeding support Experience with couplet care once mother and baby are stable required Pyxis medication dispensing system experience required First-time travelers will be considered Additional Information Provide comprehensive care for mother/baby patients including labor, delivery, and post-partum periods Support team includes 24/7 Respiratory Therapy for high-risk deliveries, 24/7 Hospitalist and Laborist-OBGYN coverage, OB Group, Midwife and Family Practice Group, and available phlebotomy services No CNAs on the unit; Surgery Techs available Monday-Friday 0600-1500 NICU team attends deliveries at 34 weeks or less as needed Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) and two shifts on the unit covering delivery and C-section/triage experience Must complete annual core competencies (HIPAA, OSHA, etc.), a medication exam, and a unit competency exam prior to arrival Holiday coverage required for one major and one minor holiday RTO requests require manager approval Scrubs are provided and free parking is available American Traveler Job ID P-746002. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Mother Baby 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.