Travel Labor & Delivery Nurse - $2,329 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Phoenix, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Start Date: 01/12/2026
- 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 Level I Trauma Labor & Delivery position with night shifts and a focus on maintaining sterile technique.
Responsibilities
- Work in a Level I Trauma Labor & Delivery unit within an acute care hospital setting
- Unit includes 17 LDR beds, 8 high-risk beds, 4 ORs, 4 PACU beds, 8 Triage beds, and 15 Antecare beds
- Handles approximately 300 births per month
- Patient ratios: 1:1 for active delivery, 1:2 for labor, 1:4 for Antecare
- RN follows patient to OR and PACU, and circulates and recovers in the PACU
- Care of multiples, preterm deliveries, percutaneous blood samples, and OB trauma cases
- OB/neonatologist and anesthesia coverage present in-house 24/7
- Uses Cerner EMR; FetaLink for electronic fetal monitoring; Phillips for telemetry
- 12-hour night shifts, 7pm-7am
- Requires working 2 weekends per month and 2 out of 4 major holidays
- Floating required throughout the OB arena
- No on-call requirement
- Scrubs are provided
- Responsibilities include patient care throughout all stages of labor, delivery, and immediate postpartum, including high-risk and trauma cases
- RNs are expected to maintain sterile field and demonstrate competency in SIMs Lab skills on the first day
- Orientation includes 2 days on the unit
- First-time travelers will be considered for this position
- Support staff includes charge nurses and PCTs in antenatal and LDR areas
- Holiday rotation is required based on unit needs
Requirements
- Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration
- 3 years of recent Labor & Delivery experience required
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and Fetal Monitoring Certification required
- Must be competent in sterile technique for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes
- Experience with titrating drips such as oxytocin and magnesium sulfate required
- Must provide two professional references (one supervisor from the last 12 months and one supervisor or peer from the last 3 years)
- A copy of a valid driver’s license must be submitted
- Cannot have worked at any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility as a permanent or per diem employee within the past 12 months
- Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-613874. 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.