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 Ottumwa, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• 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: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position in Ottumwa, IA, requiring an active IA or compact RN license and certifications including BLS, ACLS, NRP, and STABLE.

Details

• 13-week travel contract on a day shift schedule (7a–7p)
• OB/GYN Combined unit within a regional health center serving Southeast Iowa for over 125 years
• L&D specialty with couplet care responsibilities
• Patient ratios: 1:1 for active labor, 3:1 for couplet care
• Uses intermediate fetal monitoring and Philips Tracevue equipment
• EMR: Meditech
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating within the hospital to other units as needed

Requirements

• Active IA or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and STABLE (AHA certifications required)
• Minimum 2 years of L&D experience required; candidates with 1 year of experience may be considered if they have prior travel nursing experience
• Social Security number required for consideration
• Date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Iowa SING background check (criminal and child abuse portions) required prior to start — no exceptions
• All background checks (counties and states) must be fully cleared before start date; instant or statewide searches are not accepted
• Mandatory Reporter certification required (Child and Adult)
• Drug test must be a 10-panel screening including opiates
• Titers must be dated within the last 12 months (MMR, Hep B, Varicella, TB)
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates cannot be employed full-time elsewhere during this assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-711644. 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.