Travel Labor and Delivery RN

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

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/28/2026
• Duration:
  16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, evenings
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Labor & Delivery RN for a high-risk OB unit requiring 2+ years of experience and a compact RN license in hand.

• Work in the Labor and Delivery unit of a short-term acute care hospital with 418 staffed beds
• Handles high-risk obstetric patients with 200-300 births per month
• Patient ratio of 1:1
• Evening shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 15:00 to 03:00
• Requires floating to Mother/Baby Unit (MBU) and PSCU based on unit needs
• Requires floating to sister facilities within the region as needed
• On-call required on scheduled days if shifts are cancelled
• Every other weekend required
• Uses Epic for charting

• Active compact RN license required and must be in hand at time of consideration
• Current certifications: BLS and NRP required; AWHONN Intermediate preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of recent Labor & Delivery experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and administration of blood and blood products
• Experience assisting with high-risk and vaginal deliveries
• Experience circulating for C-sections and recovering C-section patients
• Experience with hemorrhage/shock management and sterile vaginal exams
• Experience administering antihypertensives, antiseizure medications, insulin drips, magnesium sulfate, pitocin, and terbutaline
• Experience with neonatal care in delivery room including APGAR scoring, neonatal resuscitation, and use of radiant warmers
• Experience with antepartum care procedures including NST and use of external fetal monitoring (EFM)
• Experience with postpartum care including couplet care, postpartum hemorrhage, and pregnancy-induced hypertension management
• Experience with pain management including epidural anesthesia and nitrous oxide
• Experience with newborn care including infant identification, assessment, and thermoregulation
• Must have a vehicle for this assignment
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to high-risk antepartum, labor, delivery, and postpartum patients
• Manage fetal monitoring and recognize/treat abnormal fetal heart rate patterns
• Perform newborn assessments and care immediately following delivery
• Assist with surgical procedures including D&C and tubal ligation as needed
• Support isolation precautions, PPE protocols, and vaccine administration
• Scrub color for L&D is provided by the facility
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply for this position
• Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• RTO requests must be submitted upfront during the application process, with limited flexibility post-offer
• Former permanent employees must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must not reside within 50 miles of the facility
• Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at a lower bill rate

American Traveler Job  #P-752317. 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.