Travel L&D RN - $2,868 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Labor and Delivery Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 16 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: 16 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Labor & Delivery RN with an active WA or compact license and at least 2 years of L&D experience for a 12-hour night shift assignment in a high-acuity birth center. Details Level II Trauma Center with a Level IV NICU on-site Birth Center unit with 34 L&D beds (15 labor rooms, 12 antepartum, 4 OB ED, 3 OR) and 18 postpartum beds High acuity patient population including hypertension, Mg administration, C-sections (33% rate), preterm labor, insulin drips, vaginal deliveries, epidurals, inductions, antepartum patients, PROM, multiple births, and postpartum hemorrhage Up to 300 deliveries per month Patient ratios follow AWHONN guidelines: 1:1 active labor, 1:2 non-active labor, and 1:2-3 antepartum depending on acuity 12-hour night shifts scheduled for 36 hours per week Weekend rotation is every other weekend, with variability based on need Floating required to antepartum (within L&D) and occasionally postpartum (4th floor), within scope and experience No mandatory on-call requirements, though open shifts may be picked up as needed Requirements Active WA or compact RN license required Current BLS, NRP, and Intermediate FHM (AWHONN) certifications required Minimum 2 years of L&D experience required for travelers, with 5 years preferred Experience managing and delivering high-risk OB patients, triaging OB patients, circulating in OR, performing cervical checks, and interpreting fetal monitoring strips EPIC EMR experience required Additional Information Provide labor management and delivery care for high-risk OB patients Serve as a second set of hands to receive and recover normal newborns as needed, with APGAR scoring support Work alongside a robust support team including CNAs, LPN/NRP-certified scrub techs, receptionist/HUC, floating charge nurse, resource RN, dedicated break nurses, 24/7 respiratory therapy, and 24/7 laborist coverage with residents/fellows and additional physicians/midwives CAP orientation includes hospital orientation plus 2 weeks on the unit and 1 week working independently Holiday coverage expected on a fair and equitable basis Scrubs are provided by the facility and must not be worn outside of the building Free badge-access parking available in designated areas First-time travelers will be considered upon review RTO requests must be submitted prior to contract approval American Traveler Job ID P-743441. 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 - 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.