Travel Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse - $2,218 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Frankfort, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: May 18, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Labor & Delivery position at an HCA facility in Frankfort, KY, requiring at least 3 years of L&D experience and the ability to circulate for C-sections.

Details

• Located on the second floor of a main hospital building in a Labor & Delivery unit
• Unit consists of 7 L&D beds, 14 Mother/Baby beds, and a Level 2 NICU/Newborn Nursery
• Patient ratios: L&D 2:1, Mother/Baby 6-8:1, NICU 1-4:1 depending on acuity
• Day shift staffing includes 6-8 RNs, 1 OBT, and 1 unit clerk; night shift includes 5-8 RNs, 1 OBT, and 1 unit clerk
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required (Friday and Saturday nights)
• Procedures performed include vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, induction of labor (Cook catheter, Cervidil, oxytocin), IUFD, IV insertion, lab draws, sterile vaginal exams, epidural assistance, and Foley catheter placement
• Equipment used includes Alaris pumps, Corometrics 250 Series Fetal Monitor, Monica monitor, and Ranger fluid warmer
• EMR systems: Meditech Expanse and CPN (Centricity Perinatal)
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active KY RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NRP (AAP Advanced 9th Edition), and AWHONN Fetal Monitoring (intermediate or advanced) or NCCEFM
• Minimum 3 years of L&D experience required
• Ability to circulate for cesarean sections required
• Hospital setting experience required
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Candidates with 5 or more years of L&D experience will be given priority consideration
• Scrubs are provided by the facility for infant security purposes
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• AHA or ARC certifications accepted; certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start

American Traveler Job ID #P-707289. 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.