Travel Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse - $2,434 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in La Plata, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• 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: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Labor and Delivery position on night shift, requiring an active MD or Compact RN license and 1-2 years of L&D experience.

Details

• Hospital-based Labor and Delivery unit with fewer than 100 births per month
• Patient population includes neonates, infants, adolescents, adults, pediatrics, and geriatrics
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Night shift, 3x12 hours from 19:00 to 7:30
• 36 or 48-hour weekly schedules accepted
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required as scheduled
• Floating required within specialty and to Mother/Baby unit as needed
• No on-call requirements
• Epic charting system experience preferred

Requirements

• Active MD or Compact RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, STABLE certifications required
• NCC C-EFM certification required in hand at time of consideration
• CPI certification required (Calm Every Storm online version only accepted vendor)
• 1-2 years of Labor and Delivery experience required; strong skillset may substitute for 2nd year
• AWHONN Advanced and AWHONN Intermediate certifications preferred
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and administration of blood and blood products
• Experience with medication administration including Pitocin, Magnesium Sulfate, Terbutaline, and Prostaglandins
• Proficient in fetal monitoring including EFM, IUPC placement, and recognition of abnormal fetal heart rate patterns
• Experience with vaginal delivery assistance, C-section circulation and recovery, and postpartum care
• Experience with neonatal care in the delivery room, including APGAR scoring and newborn assessment

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive care across antepartum, labor and delivery, postpartum, and newborn care stages
• Support patients through pain management including epidural and general anesthesia
• Assist with sterile vaginal exams, NST/OCT testing, and obstetrical triage
• Deliver neonatal care including thermoregulation, phototherapy, and newborn hypoglycemia management
• Provide discharge teaching and lactation support to new parents
• Travelers are expected to float within their specialty with no restrictions, with priority given to floating over permanent staff
• All time-off requests must be submitted upfront with no changes permitted after offer acceptance
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates residing under 50 miles from the facility are not accepted unless otherwise specified
• Returning former staff must have been separated from the health system for at least 12 months
• Returning travelers must have been away from the system for at least 6 months following a prior assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-727711. 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.