Travel Labor & Delivery RN

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

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/30/2026
• Duration:
  16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN for Labor & Delivery at a Level 1 Perinatal Center, requiring NY licensure, EPIC experience, and cross-training in nursery and postpartum care.

• 12-hour night shift position (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM), 36 hours per week
• Level 1 Perinatal Center within a Women & Children's Center unit with 22 beds/suites/deliveries
• Patient population includes antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and gynecological non-obstetrical patients, plus neonates up to 28 days old
• Nurse-to-patient ratios:
  Labor & Delivery 1:1, Well-baby Nursery 1:3-4, Postpartum 1:3-4 couplets
• Must be able to work in nursery, labor & delivery, and postpartum as needed
• Team nursing patient care modality with ancillary support from CNAs/PCTs, unit clerks, birth registrars, and lactation consultants
• Documentation via Epic and GE Centricity Perinatal; medication system is MAK
• No floating required; charge nurse role not required
• Weekend coverage for nights is Friday/Saturday; every other or every third weekend as needed
• On-call requirement of 4 hours each pay period
• Holiday coverage required approximately every third major holiday
• 24/7 respiratory therapy and anesthesia support available on unit

• Active NY RN license or proof of pending application required
• BLS and NRP certification required; STABLE and ACLS preferred
• Must maintain CPR, ACLS, NRP, EMTALA, and Fetal Monitoring competencies appropriate to scope of practice
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Labor & Delivery specialty required
• Experience in antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and gynecological non-obstetrical care required
• EPIC experience within the past 2 years required
• Must document complete employment history including bed count, EMR, and facility type
• Any employment gaps over 90 days must be explained

• Provide 24/7 nursing care across labor & delivery, nursery, and postpartum areas in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of Obstetricians, Pediatricians, Gynecologists, Anesthesiologists, and Certified Nurse Midwives
• Circulating/scrub duties preferred but not required
• Advanced practice support on unit includes a Physician Assistant/First Assist
• 1-2 days of orientation provided, scheduled bi-weekly
• Dress code includes navy/white scrubs (greens for OR), closed-toe shoes with heel, hair worn up/off shoulders, no beards, and no long earrings or large rings
• Reliable personal or rental vehicle strongly recommended due to lack of public transportation in the area
• All-season or snow tires recommended for vehicles November through April
• No block scheduling permitted
• Accepts local candidates within 50 miles at local rate, with radius rate available for 50-100 miles

American Traveler Job  #P-775421. 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.