Travel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,361 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Labor and Delivery Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/16/2026 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: Nov 16, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced Labor & Delivery RN for a night shift position requiring 3 years of L&D experience and prior travel assignment history. Details Combined Labor & Delivery and Postpartum unit within the same physical space L&D unit houses antepartum and intrapartum patients across 11 labor rooms and 5 triage rooms Postpartum unit includes 15 rooms plus 2 flex rooms usable for labor or postpartum patients Facility performs 100-300 births per month Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 18:45-7:15) Nurse-to-patient ratio typically 1:1, though may be 1:2 or 1:3 depending on antepartum or cervical ripening acuity Weekend requirement of 4-5 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule, plus minimum 2 Sunday night or 2 Friday day shifts per 6-week schedule On-call requirement of 2 shifts per 6-week schedule Floating required to postpartum unit for couplet or postpartum-only care May require floating between departments, units, and facilities as needed Uses PeriWatch fetal monitoring application and Phillips Avalon fetal monitors Uses Epic charting system Requirements Active RN license (Missouri or Compact) in hand at time of consideration Both Kansas and Missouri licenses (or compact) required in hand due to potential floating between facilities Required certifications: BLS, Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM), NRP Preferred certifications: AWHONN Advanced, AWHONN Intermediate, or AWHONN Beginner Minimum 3 years of Labor & Delivery experience required Must have a full year of in-specialty experience within the past 12 months with no employment gaps greater than 90 days in the past year Prior travel nursing experience required Epic charting experience required Community hospital experience preferred LDRP experience preferred; LD/LDR experience alone will be considered Experience required in antepartum care, sterile vaginal exams, obstetrical triage, and use of external fetal heart monitoring Experience required with high-risk conditions including HELLP syndrome, pre-eclampsia/eclampsia, preterm labor, malpresentations, multiple gestation, and Rh incompatibilities Experience required with VBAC management, spiral electrode placement, IUPC placement/calibration, and abnormal fetal heart rate pattern recognition Experience required with medication administration including Pitocin, magnesium sulfate, antihypertensives, antiseizure medications, and insulin drips Experience required assisting with high-risk and vaginal deliveries, circulating for C-sections, and managing hemorrhage/shock Experience required in postpartum care including fundus/lochia/perineum assessment, foley catheter management, and wound care Experience required with epidural and general anesthesia, opioid administration, and PCA pump use Two professional references required, one from a supervisor and one from a charge RN, both from within the past year Additional Information Provide comprehensive care for antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum patients including high-risk cases Assist with sterile speculum exams, reflex checks, and vaginal deliveries Support neonatal resuscitation and use of radiant warmers for thermoregulation Provide lactation and breastfeeding support to postpartum patients Candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates not accepted No travel partners accepted for this position Maximum RTO of 7 days; all time-off requests must be finalized at time of consideration Returning staff must observe an 18-month tenure policy with a required 3-month break in service Former permanent employees of BJC or Saint Luke's must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler First-time travelers will not be considered for this position American Traveler Job ID P- . 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.5c143e31-5e -b d