American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/08/2025
- 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 position requiring NE or compact licensure and competency in circulating OR procedures.
Responsibilities
- Position is in a Level 1 trauma, acute care Labor & Delivery unit
- 16 labor rooms, 9 antepartum rooms, 3 OR suites for C-sections, 7-bed triage, and 36 postpartum beds
- Handles high-risk OB and routine obstetric patients with up to 400 births per month
- Patient ratios follow AWHONN guidelines: 1:1-2 for labor, 1:2-3 for antepartum
- RNs are responsible for titrating medications such as Pitocin, Magnesium Sulfate, and pain medications
- Unit uses Epic for EMR and Obix for electronic fetal monitoring
- Night shifts (12 hours); required to work every third weekend, may be up to every other weekend as needed
- Required to float to Postpartum; occasional float as a 'sitter' elsewhere throughout the hospital
- Major and minor holiday coverage required
- Charge nurse present on both shifts; 2 OBTs and 24/7 CRNA, resident, and attending MD support
- Will occasionally float to postpartum unit and provide care to both mothers and infants
- RNs must be able to circulate in OR for C-sections and perform normal newborn and routine baby care
- Team-oriented environment with 2-3 shifts of unit-specific orientation provided
- Surgical scrubs are provided and required
- RTO requests must be submitted upfront with no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; additional time off is not approved
- Preference for candidates demonstrating flexibility, teamwork, and a willingness to learn
Requirements
- Active NE or compact state RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
- Minimum 2 years of recent Labor & Delivery RN experience required
- Current certifications: BLS, NRP, and Intro to Fetal Monitoring
- Competency in OR circulation for C-section procedures is required
- Proficiency in normal newborn assessments and routine infant care required
- Ability to titrate Pitocin, Magnesium, and pain medications as per protocols
- Epic experience preferred
- Must live at least 50 miles from the facility; driver's license will be used to verify address
- Cannot be currently or recently (within the past year) employed full time, part time, or PRN by any CommonSpirit facility, including CHI or Dignity
- Fingernail policy prohibits artificial nails for direct patient care
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-627360. 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.
