Travel Labor & Delivery RN - $2,724 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: 10/05/2026 Duration: 15 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Oct 5, 2026 Length: 15 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced Labor & Delivery RN for a Birth Center role requiring at least 1 year of L&D experience and welcoming first-time travelers. Details Work in the Birth Center unit 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, 18 bed START unit for Perinatal Addiction, 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 substance abuse medication management, with a high volume of low-risk patients needing intermittent monitoring Performs epidurals, fetal monitoring, and IV therapy Handles antepartum care requiring continued fetal monitoring and post-labor transition to Mother/Baby 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 Uses Epic Stork and GE Centricity EMR systems Uses Alaris IV pumps and Pyxis medication dispensing system 12-hour night shifts from 1900-0700, with rotating weekends every other week No on-call requirements Schedule is created in 3-week increments Floating limited to areas of competency, with no floating to the START unit Traditional travelers may float between L&D and Mother/Baby units Requirements Active WA or compact RN license required Minimum 1 year of Labor & Delivery experience required Current BLS and NRP certifications required Fetal monitoring certification required (AWHONN or Relias module) Strong L&D skills including cervical exams, antepartum and labor care, amnio infusion, epidurals, fetal monitoring, IV therapy, and Pitocin administration Post-partum experience with mother and baby beyond the initial 24-hour transition period, including basic breastfeeding support Experience with couplet care once mother and baby are stable Pyxis medication dispensing experience required Experience with HUGS security system preferred Additional Information Provide comprehensive labor and delivery nursing care including cervical exams, fetal monitoring, and medication administration No CNAs on the unit; Surgery Techs available Monday-Friday 0600-1500, with phlebotomy support available NICU team attends deliveries at 34 weeks or less when needed Respiratory Therapy available 24/7 for high-risk deliveries or concerning fetal strips Hospitalist and Laborist OBGYN coverage available 24/7 Support from OB Group, Midwife, and Family Practice Group Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) and two unit shifts covering delivery and C-section/triage experience Annual core competencies (HIPAA, OSHA, etc.), medication exam, and unit competency exam must be completed before arrival Holiday coverage required for one major and one minor holiday RTO requests require manager approval Scrubs provided by facility Free parking available First-time travelers are welcome to apply American Traveler Job ID P-747012. 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.