Travel Labor and Delivery RN (Registered Nurse) Night Shift

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Carlsbad, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• 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: Jul 20, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery (LDRP) night shift position in Carlsbad, NM, requiring 2+ years of L&D experience and a valid NM or Compact RN license.
Details

• LDRP unit within a hospital setting, providing care across antepartum triage, active labor, postpartum (mother and baby), special care nursery, and general nursery
• Unit consists of 1 triage bed, 3 labor beds, and 4 postpartum beds
• Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:4 depending on patient acuity
• EMR systems in use: MedHost (inpatient), GE Centricity (OB), and Athena (clinic)
• Night shift: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• 13-week contract
• No floating required
• No on-call required

Requirements

Active NM or Compact RN license required
Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and S.T.A.B.L.E
All certifications must remain valid through at least the first 30 days of the assignment
Minimum 2 years of recent L&D experience required
No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
Valid driver's license required for consideration
US Social Security Number required for consideration
Additional Information

Responsible for providing nursing care during antepartum, intrapartum, immediate postpartum, and neonatal phases of obstetrical care
Role requires critical thinking, clinical leadership, and delegation of patient care priorities based on staff competency
Any color scrubs are acceptable; full uniform required — no t-shirts, hoodies, or outerwear under scrub tops (undershirts permitted)
RTO requests must be less than one week in duration
Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this travel position
Candidates who have worked at any CHS facility as permanent staff within the past 2 years are not eligible for this position
American Traveler Job ID #P-723097. 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.
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