Travel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,821 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Labor and Delivery position requiring AWHONN Intermediate certification and at least 1 year of L&D experience with a 1:2 patient ratio.

Details

• Work in the Labor and Delivery unit of a hospital setting with LDRP capabilities
• Facility performs 100-200 births per month
• Patient population includes labor patients, antepartum patients from 27 weeks, PIH/Magnesium patients, and preterm labor patients
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Night shift, 4x12 hours, 1900-0700, with 36 or 48 hour contract options by traveler preference
• Every other weekend (EOW) required
• No floating required
• Documentation via EPIC and GE Centricity
• Unit utilizes continuous fetal monitoring, NST, fetal scalp electrode placement, and amnioinfusion
• RN assists anesthesia during epidural placement and attends (does not scrub) C-sections

Requirements

• Active Alabama RN license or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: ACLS, AWHONN Intermediate, BLS, and NRP
• Minimum 1 year of Labor and Delivery experience required
• OB Triage experience highly preferred
• Prior charge nurse experience required
• Experience in large healthcare facilities required
• Skilled in IV starts, amnioinfusion, and assisting with high-risk and vaginal deliveries
• Experience with cardiac monitoring and emergency response, including adult and neonatal arrest, preferred
• Experience administering Magnesium Sulfate, Pitocin, and other labor-related medications preferred
• Experience caring for patients with pre-eclampsia, HELLP syndrome, placenta previa, and other high-risk OB conditions preferred
• Two professional references required for consideration
• PDF copies of driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive Labor and Delivery care including antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum management
• Perform fetal monitoring including recognition of abnormal fetal heart rate patterns and use of internal/external fetal monitors
• Support patients through high-risk conditions such as multiple gestation, VBAC trials, and uterine rupture
• Provide postpartum care including breastfeeding support, wound care, and management of postpartum hemorrhage
• Assist with neonatal care in the delivery room including resuscitation and ID banding
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• Traveler's permanent address must be at least 90 miles from the facility to qualify; local candidates will not be accepted
• This is a Do Not Call facility
• Former permanent staff are not eligible for travel roles for 10 years following separation
• Travelers who complete 2 consecutive contracts must take a 6-month break before returning, with exceptions considered case-by-case
• First-time travelers may be considered on a case-by-case basis with appropriate experience
• Pre-start modules required prior to assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-738114. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.