Labor and Delivery RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 26 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: 26 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a fast-paced Labor and Delivery unit requiring 2+ years of high-volume L&D experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work in the Labor and Delivery unit of a high-risk maternity hospital setting
• Care for obstetrical patients 16 weeks and greater for intrapartum, high-risk antepartum, and postpartum needs, as well as high-risk patients under 16 weeks
• Unit includes an obstetrical triage area for screening prior to admission and outpatient procedures such as antenatal fetal surveillance, IV hydration, and medication administration
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled Cesarean births and rescue cervical cerclage procedures
• Facility averages more than 300 births per month with double labor assignments occurring daily
• Patient ratios average 2:1, with approximately 20 births per 24 hours, 30-40 admits, 40 visits per day, and 20 rooms
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 18:45 to 07:15
• Every other weekend required, minimum of 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Floating required as needed within the high-risk maternity unit
• No on-call requirement
• Uses Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR charting and communication systems
• Unit orientation totals 24 hours

Requirements

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• Current certifications: BLS, AWHONN Intermediate, and NRP (AWHONN Advanced or C-EFM preferred in lieu of AWHONN Intermediate)
• Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience required; 3 years preferred
• Experience in a high-volume L&D setting (300+ births/month) required
• Epic charting experience required
• Skilled in circulating for C-sections, sterile vaginal exams, and immediate newborn care
• Experience with high-risk antepartum care, fetal monitoring interpretation, and obstetrical triage preferred
• Comfortable managing infant/neonatal arrest and interpreting dysrhythmias

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive nursing care across labor, delivery, antepartum, and postpartum stages in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• Perform triage, pain management, IV therapy, and antepartum procedures such as oxytocin challenge tests
• Follow isolation precautions and PPE protocols as needed
• Scrubs (blue) are provided
• First-time travelers will be considered if they have experience in a large, high-volume similar setting
• Previous Novant Health or New Hanover PERM/PRN/EP employees must wait 12 months before applying and disclose prior employment details for facility approval
• Local candidates within 50 miles are accepted at a lower rate
• Travel pairs are allowed if placed on different units and disclosed at submission
• Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved if not falling on a holiday; no RTO permitted during the first week of assignment
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Contract lengths from 13 to 26 weeks are accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-732666. 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.