Travel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,317 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/05/2026
• 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 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Labor and Delivery RN for a night shift assignment requiring AWHONN and NRP certifications with on-call and rotating weekend commitments.

• Work in the Mother/Baby and Postpartum unit of a hospital setting
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30)
• 13-week assignment length
• Nurse-patient ratio of 1:3-4 on Mother/Baby unit
• On-call requirement of 36 hours every 6 weeks
• Weekend requirements of every other weekend or 2 weekends per month
• May float to Labor and Delivery unit; L&D experience preferred but not required
• Cerner charting system experience preferred

• Active TN or compact RN license required, must be in hand at time of submission
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, AWHONN, NRP (NIHSS can be obtained after offer)
• Certifications and licensure must not expire within 45 days of start date
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Skills required:
  
  IV therapy, administration of blood and blood products, maintaining central lines (CVC/PICC), starting and maintaining IVs
• Experience with antepartum, postpartum, and newborn care
• Experience with EFM (external fetal heart monitoring), NSTs, and sterile vaginal exams
• Experience with medication administration including antihypertensives, antiseizure medications, insulin drips, magnesium sulfate, and Pitocin
• Experience with postpartum complications including cesarean section, multiple births, postpartum hemorrhage, and pregnancy induced hypertension
• Experience with newborn care including phototherapy, thermoregulation, and neonatal abstinence syndrome
• Proof of residency documents required if candidate's permanent address is greater than 75 miles from the facility (one each of mortgage statement or lease agreement, and a utility bill)

• Provide comprehensive care across antepartum, postpartum, and newborn populations
• Assist with procedures including amniocentesis, sterile speculum exams, and circumcision site assessment
• Provide discharge teaching to parents including car seat education and cord care
• Support couplet care and breastfeeding instruction
• Manage pain including epidural management, PCA, and opioid administration
• Floating assignments comply with Joint Commission standards and include appropriate orientation to the new unit
• Holiday RTO requests are not accommodated for a list of designated holidays and surrounding days, though candidates may address holiday RTO with the manager after arriving onsite
• RTO cannot occur within 14 days of the start date and cannot exceed 7 days
• Previous perm staff cannot return to the same campus within 24 months, but may return to a different Covenant Health campus after 12 months
• Travel team members who are related or married cannot be placed on the same unit
• Local candidates accepted at a reduced bill rate

American Traveler Job  #P-736065. 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.