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:
  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 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring a Labor & Delivery RN for a night shift assignment at a Level I Trauma Center academic medical center, requiring 2 years of L&D experience and a CT or compact RN license.

• Labor and Delivery unit within a Level I Trauma Center, academic medical center setting
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-7:00)
• Every other weekend required
• On-call requirement of two 4-hour blocks per 6-week schedule
• No floating required outside of scope
• Open to block scheduling accommodations
• Epic charting system used
• Facility averages 200-300 births per month
• Unit manages high risk antepartum, labor and delivery, and postpartum care

• Active CT or compact RN license required prior to start date
• Minimum 2 years of Labor & Delivery experience required (1.5 years considered with Level I trauma or travel experience)
• BLS certification required; ACLS, AWHONN Beginner, and NRP preferred
• 1:2 patient ratio experience required
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Experience with high-risk delivery, C-section circulation/recovery, and vaginal delivery assistance required
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and maintaining central lines
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and emergency response required
• Experience with fetal monitoring (external and internal) and IUPC placement/calibration
• Knowledge of medication administration including Pitocin, Magnesium Sulfate, and antihypertensives
• 1 professional reference required

• Provide comprehensive labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care within a high-acuity, academic trauma center environment
• Responsibilities include fetal heart rate monitoring, newborn assessment, and postpartum recovery care
• Scrubs provided by facility
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required with religious or medical exemption only
• RTO requests greater than 7 days require additional approval
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Local candidates not accepted; candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the hospital site
• Previous staff must have a 2-year gap in employment before returning as a traveler
• Travelers may be required to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities

American Traveler Job  #P-772550. 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.