Travel Labor & Delivery RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Bangor, Maine.

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/06/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position at a Level III NICU facility, requiring at least 2 years of L&D experience and prior travel assignment experience.

• Level III NICU facility with Newborn Nursery and approximately 1,800 deliveries per year
• Labor & Delivery unit includes 7 labor rooms, 2 triage rooms, and 2 OR suites
• Postpartum/Antepartum/GYN/Mother-Baby unit with 25 beds, sometimes used for Antepartum overflow monitored by L&D RNs
• Rooming-in model for Mother-Baby with L&D and Mother-Baby as physically separate but adjacent units
• Patient ratios vary by acuity: 1:1-3 for cervical ripening and laboring patients, 1:1 for active labor, and 3 couplets/antepartum patients for postpartum assignments
• Typically 4 scheduled events daily including c-sections and versions
• EMR:
  Cerner with Fetal Link; IV pumps:
  Alaris; medication dispensing via Pyxis
• 12-hour night shift schedule (7P-7A), 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation required, at least 4 of 8 weekend shifts per schedule
• No mandatory call, though pick-up call may be available
• Holiday rotation required
• May float to Mother-Baby, Antepartum, or Postpartum units

• Active RN license (Maine or Compact) required
• Minimum 2 years of Labor & Delivery experience required
• Must have completed at least one prior travel assignment at a comparably sized and acuity facility
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, Intermediate or Advanced FHM, and MOAB
• Skills required include Pitocin titration, fetal scalp electrode placement, cervical exams, epidural assistance, insulin and magnesium drip management, shoulder dystocia management, c-section circulating or newborn reception in OR, neonatal resuscitation, and IUPC placement/monitoring
• Newborn care skills including lactation support and safe skin-to-skin protocol required
• Flu vaccination required for clearance to start, with medical exemptions only considered and subject to facility approval

• Provide comprehensive labor, delivery, and postpartum nursing care including high-risk conditions such as PIH, GDM, pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, HELLP syndrome, and postpartum hemorrhage
• Support newborn monitoring and documentation when infants remain with mother for continuous surveillance
• Facility serves a large geographical area with significant NICU referral volume, one of only two NICUs in Maine
• Unit supported by 24/7 charge nurse coverage, in-house CST, anesthesia, house supervisor, respiratory therapy, and OB provider on-call coverage
• Orientation includes one day with HR/preceptor, one day of OR/PACU training, and one day with a preceptor on the contracted shift
• Navy scrubs provided on-site with allotted scrub machine credits
• Free on-site parking available
• Candidates with charge nurse experience should highlight this during consideration
• Preference given to candidates residing 100+ miles south/southwest of the facility
• Candidates who have previously worked in a permanent capacity at any Northern Light Health hospital will not be considered
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this role

American Traveler Job  #P-752015. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Labor & Delivery

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.