Travel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,044 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/31/2026
• Duration:
  18 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 18 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Labor and Delivery position requiring AWHONN Intermediate certification and 2 years of L&D experience, offering night shifts at a high-volume academic medical center.

• Labor and Delivery unit within a teaching hospital medical center
• High-volume unit averaging 2,000 deliveries annually
• 8 private labor rooms, 4 private triage beds, and 2 OB operating rooms
• Patient population includes low-risk care with certified nurse midwives and high-risk maternal fetal medicine cases
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM to 7:00 AM), 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• Must work 2 of the 3 winter holidays
• Expected to cross-train to Mother/Baby unit
• May float to NICU for feeder/grower patients
• Floating required within scope of practice as needed

• Active VA or compact RN license required (pending license accepted, must be in hand by the Wednesday before start date)
• BLS, NRP, and AWHONN Intermediate certifications required
• ACLS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• BSN preferred
• Fetal monitoring experience required, including recognition and treatment of abnormal fetal heart rate patterns
• Experience with magnesium sulfate therapy and postpartum hemorrhage care preferred
• Circulating for C-sections and newborn assessment skills preferred
• Two professional references required for consideration

• Provide comprehensive labor and delivery care including antepartum, high-risk antepartum, and postpartum services
• Perform newborn assessments and assist with circumcision site care
• Support neonatal resuscitation and care in the delivery room
• Assist with triage of obstetrical patients
• Care for patients following baby-friendly protocols
• Assignment length of 18 weeks with potential extension through January 2027
• Maximum 40 hours of requested time off per 13-week contract, must be disclosed at time of consideration
• Any vacation time between sign date and start date must be disclosed in advance
• Candidates must complete up to 16 non-billable hours of specialty-specific modules during orientation
• Previous UVA Health permanent staff or traveler employment requires 1-year separation and leadership approval
• External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days at this facility
• First-time travelers may be considered for this role

American Traveler Job  #P-740444. 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

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.