Travel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,362 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in New Ulm, Minnesota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• StartDate: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 20 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 20 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Labor & Delivery RN for a night shift travel assignment at a critical access hospital in Minnesota, requiring Epic/Excellian proficiency and at least 1 year of L&D experience.

Details

• Critical access hospital with 19 staffed beds, located in Minnesota
• Labor & Delivery unit with an LDRP setting delivering fewer than 100 births per month
• Average daily census of 1–2 patients
• Patient ratios: 1:3 on days, 1:2–3 on nights and weekends
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (7p–7a)
• Every other weekend required; every 3rd weekend may be considered
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating may be required within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate — travelers are not expected to take a patient assignment outside of OB, but may serve as a 'watcher' for mental health or at-risk patients, or assist with vitals, toileting, and repositioning on med/surg
• Block scheduling will be considered
• Charting system: Epic (Excellian) — experience required
• 20-week assignment

Requirements

• Active MN RN license required; pending license accepted at time of offer
• Required certifications: BLS, NRP, and FHM
• Preferred certifications: AWHONN Intermediate
• Minimum 1 year of Labor & Delivery experience required
• Proficiency with Epic/Excellian charting system required
• Must be able to perform IV starts
• Must be able to provide comprehensive L&D care including triage, antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn care
• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible
• 1 supervisor reference required for consideration
• Fingerprinting (LiveScan) required — candidates must complete this as early as possible, as results can take 1 day to 3–4 weeks; this is a Minnesota state requirement with no exceptions

Additional Information

• Responsibilities span the full continuum of OB care: triage, antepartum monitoring (NST, EFM), labor support, delivery assistance, postpartum care, couplet care, and newborn assessment
• Key clinical skills include fetal heart monitoring (external and internal), IUPC placement, hemorrhage/shock management, Pitocin/Magnesium Sulfate administration, and epidural pain management
• Newborn care includes APGAR scoring, thermoregulation, phototherapy, hypoglycemia management, and discharge teaching to parents
• Charge nurse experience is preferred
• Community hospital experience is preferred
• Travel experience is preferred but not required; first-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who previously worked at this health system as permanent staff or per diem must have been gone at least 3 months from their last shift before being eligible
• RTO requests are ideally limited to no more than 5 days for the duration of the assignment
• Pre-start online modules are required prior to the first shift; completion is tracked via transcripts
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• Parking is free in any unrestricted space

American Traveler Job ID #P-733224. 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.