American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Shelby, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/27/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery/Postpartum position requiring NC or compact licensure and advanced certifications.
Responsibilities
- Work in an LDRP unit with 8 labor rooms, 3 triage rooms, 1 OR suite, and 1 PACU
- Patient population includes labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care
- Patient ratios follow AWHONN guidelines: 1:2 for inactive labor, 1:1 for active labor, 1:3-4 for couplets
- Fetal monitoring and specialized equipment such as Alaris IV pumps and Omnicell medication dispensing systems are utilized
- Uses Epic EMR system
- Night shift, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Every other weekend required
- Float to regional facilities within scope of practice, including Cleveland, Kings Mountain, Lincoln, Central Division (CMC Main, Mercy, LCH)
- No on-call responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive care through labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn stages
- Support provided by charge nurse 24/7, resource nurse as available, and respiratory therapist and hospitalist available 24/7
- Required to float within the designated region as needed
- Green, hospital-issued scrubs must be worn
- Free parking available
- Up to 6 days off can be approved, excluding holidays; additional time off must be added to the contract
- Travelers are expected to work 75% of holidays
- Team-oriented unit culture
- Facility and departmental orientation provided
Requirements
- Active NC or compact RN license
- Minimum 2 years of recent Labor & Delivery RN experience with ability to work in LDRP setting
- Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, EFM, and NRP
- Demonstrated skills in labor management, cesarean section circulation, pre-op, PACU, triage, newborn resuscitation, Pitocin and epidural management
- Epic EMR experience preferred
- First-time travelers are not accepted
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-612243. 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.
