Travel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,185 per week

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: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a fast-paced, high-volume Labor & Delivery position requiring a minimum of 2 years of L&D experience and familiarity with high-acuity obstetrical care.

Details

• High-volume Labor & Delivery unit averaging 20 births and 30–40 admissions in a 24-hour period, with approximately 40 visits per day across 20 rooms
• Patient population includes obstetrical patients 16 weeks and greater for intrapartum care, as well as high-risk antepartum and postpartum care; high-risk patients under 16 weeks are also cared for on the associated high-risk maternity unit
• Unit includes an obstetrical triage area for patient screening, antenatal fetal surveillance, IV hydration, medication administration, and scheduled/unscheduled Cesarean births and rescue cervical cerclage
• Double labor assignments are a daily occurrence on this unit
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 2:1
• 12-hour day shifts, 06:45–19:15 (3x12)
• Every other weekend required, with a minimum of 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Float required as needed to the Special Maternity Care high-risk OB unit
• Charting via Epic; Pyxis medication dispensing system utilized
• Contracts of 13–26 weeks accepted; 36 hours per week can be offered

Requirements

• Active NC RN license or compact RN license required (license/certs pending at time of consideration accepted)
• Current certifications required: BLS, AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring, and NRP
• Minimum 2 years of L&D experience required; 3 years preferred
• Experience in a high-volume setting with more than 300 births per month required
• Proficiency in circulating to the OR, sterile vaginal exams, and immediate newborn care required
• Two professional manager/supervisor references from within the past 2 years required (pending at time of consideration is acceptable, but required prior to start)

Additional Information

• This is a very fast-paced, high-acuity unit — workload and complexity may exceed what is typical of similar settings
• May be required to precept or orient new staff members to the unit as needed
• Orientation is 24 hours; pre-start modules of approximately 8–10 hours are required and must be completed annually
• Scrubs are provided (blue)
• Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• No time off (RTO) is permitted during the first week of assignment due to orientation; up to 7 days of RTO may be approved if it does not fall on a holiday
• Previous permanent, PRN, or EP employees of Novant Health or New Hanover Regional must wait 12 months before being considered for a travel assignment; facility rehire approval is required
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are accepted
• Travel pairs are welcome — each traveler must have their own transportation and be comfortable with potentially different schedules
• First-time travelers will be considered, provided they have experience in a large, high-volume L&D setting

American Traveler Job ID #P-727099. 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.