Travel Labor and Delivery RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut.

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/06/2026
• Duration:
  10 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 6, 2026
• Length: 10 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Labor & Delivery RN for a 10-week winter contract at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring 2 years of L&D experience and an active CT or compact RN license.

• Labor and Delivery unit within a short-term acute care, Level I Trauma Center with 1,567 staffed beds
• Approximately 200-300 births per month
• Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 AM-7:00 PM)
• Every other weekend required
• On-call requirement of two 4-hour blocks per 6-week schedule
• No floating required outside of scope
• Block scheduling accommodated
• Epic charting system used
• Scrubs provided

• Active CT or compact RN license required prior to start date
• Minimum 2 years of Labor & Delivery experience required
• BLS certification required
• ACLS, AWHONN Beginner, and NRP certifications preferred
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Teaching hospital and Level I Trauma experience preferred
• 1:2 patient ratio experience
• Experience with high-risk antepartum care, fetal monitoring, and newborn care
• Skilled in labor and delivery management including vaginal delivery assistance, C-section circulation, and hemorrhage management
• Experience with medication administration including Pitocin, Magnesium Sulfate, and antihypertensives
• 1 professional reference required

• Provide comprehensive labor and delivery nursing care including antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum support
• Assist with high-risk deliveries, C-sections, and vaginal deliveries
• Perform newborn assessments, APGAR scoring, and thermoregulation
• Utilize external and internal fetal monitoring equipment including IUPC placement
• Support lactation and breastfeeding education for postpartum patients
• Participate in emergency response activities as needed
• No holiday RTO permitted during this contract
• Maximum of 5 days RTO allowed
• Local radius restrictions waived for this 10-week assignment
• First-time travelers accepted
• Former staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be eligible as a traveler
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required with only religious or medical exemptions accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-772586. 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.