Travel Labor & Delivery RN

Job DescriptionAmerican Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Henderson, Nevada.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Labor and DeliveryDiscipline: RNStart Date: 06/15/2026Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelAssignment OverviewShift: Days, 3x12hrsHours: 36 hrs/wkStart Date: Jun 15, 2026Length: 13 weeksOpenings: 2DescriptionAmerican Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Labor & Delivery position at a Level 3 high-risk acute care facility in Nevada, requiring a minimum of 2 years of L&D experience and advanced fetal monitoring certification.DetailsAcute care Labor & Delivery unit with 17 L&D beds, 2 OR suites for C-sections, 4 triage beds, and 16 postpartum bedsLevel 3 high-risk facility averaging approximately 250 births per monthPatient ratios follow AWHONN guidelines: 2:1 for normal laboring patients, 1:1 for high-risk labors, 4:1 for couplet care, and 2:1–4:1 for antepartum depending on acuityCommon patient diagnoses include high-risk labor, antepartum, and postpartum couplet careRNs are required to titrate drips including Magnesium Sulfate, Pitocin, Insulin, and HeparinRNs circulate and recover their own C-section patientsCharting is performed using Cerner, including the Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) system12-hour day shifts; every other weekend requiredFloating to postpartum (Mother-Baby) and other units as needed; travelers are first to floatNo on-call or standby requirementHoliday coverage required on an as-needed basis13-week contractRequirementsActive NV RN license (state or compact) required — pending licenses are not acceptedMinimum 2 years of L&D experience requiredRequired certifications (all must be active, no pending accepted): BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), AWHONN Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AFM), and NRPProficiency with vaginal exams, internal monitor placement, and fetal monitor strip interpretation requiredExperience caring for high-risk laboring/delivery and antepartum patients requiredAbility to titrate IV drips independently requiredDriver's license required for considerationTwo professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehireAdditional InformationCandidates must permanently reside at least 50 miles from the facility, as determined by driver's license addressCandidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health facility within the past year are not eligible — candidates previously employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be consideredUnit orientation for travelers is 3 daysScheduling is managed through a TEAM scheduling system with self-scheduling requests balanced by a committeeOB, Neonatology, and Anesthesia are available in-house 24/7Certified Surgical Techs and unit secretaries serve as ancillary support staffNo telemetry techs on unit; RNs are responsible for independently reading fetal monitor stripsDress code: navy blue scrubs; light blue OR scrubs provided for C-section useNavy blue scrubs required; light blue OR scrubs are available for use in the ORAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-707801. 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 & DeliveryAbout American TravelerWith 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.