Travel Labor and Delivery RN

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

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery float pool position requiring AWHONN Intermediate certification and OH or compact licensure.

• Women & Infant Float Pool position floating between Labor & Delivery, Maternal Special Care, and Postpartum units
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30)
• Call coverage required
• Weekend coverage required

• Active OH state or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, AWHONN Intermediate, NRP
• Preferred certifications: AWHONN Advanced, EFM
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Skilled in IV therapy, administration of blood and blood products, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Experience with central line maintenance (CVC/PICC) preferred
• Competent in antepartum, high risk antepartum, and postpartum care
• Experience with medication administration including antihypertensives, antiseizure medications, heparin, insulin drips, magnesium sulfate therapy, and pitocin
• Skilled in postpartum care including cesarean section, multiple births, postpartum hemorrhage, and pregnancy-induced hypertension care
• Experience with vaginal delivery care and newborn general care including discharge teaching and newborn assessment
• Cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation skills
• Competent in isolation precautions/PPE, phlebotomy, and vaccine administration
• Experience caring for newborns with large for gestational age, low birth weight, or hypoglycemia preferred
• Experience with NST and external fetal heart monitoring (EFM)
• Pain management experience including opioids, pain assessment, post-epidural management, and PCA use
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager/director or supervisor and the second from a charge RN or above (no coworker references)

• Provide comprehensive nursing care across Labor & Delivery, Maternal Special Care, and Postpartum units as part of a float pool team
• Perform postpartum care procedures including bladder assessment, Foley catheter insertion, breast engorgement management, breastfeeding instruction, and fundus/lochia/perineum care
• Support baby-friendly protocols and couplet care practices
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process promptly upon contract signing due to strict compliance timelines
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for assignment after being away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees of Ohio State University hospital locations are ineligible for travel positions
• RTO must be submitted and built into contract, limited to 7 days or less
• First-time travelers are not being considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-750857. 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.