Travel L&D RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri.

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 5

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring 2+ years of recent acute care L&D experience and MO or compact RN license.

• Labor & Delivery unit caring for laboring, delivering, and postpartum patients
• High volume unit with approximately 8,000 deliveries per year
• Level 3 NICU and Level 4 acute care facility
• Patient ratios of 2 patients on L&B and 3-4 patients on Antepartum L&B
• Uses IV therapy and fetal monitoring equipment
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Day shift schedule of 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, 3x12 hour shifts
• Rotating weekend requirements (every other weekend)
• Rotating holiday coverage required
• Float requirements between Antepartum and L&B as needed within scope

• Active RN license (MO or compact) required
• BLS and NRP certifications required
• C-EFM and Intermediate AWHONN FHM certifications preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care Labor & Delivery/Labor & Birth experience required
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage laboring patients, including high-risk obstetric cases
• Strong fetal monitoring and interpretation skills
• Experience with labor support, coaching, and medication/IV administration
• Experience managing obstetric emergencies and rapid response situations
• Experience working in a team-based, high acuity environment
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and time management skills
• Valid U.S. Social Security Number required
• No gaps in employment of 90+ days within the past 12 months

• Provide comprehensive nursing care throughout the labor, delivery, and immediate postpartum process
• Collaborate closely with obstetric providers, anesthesia, NICU, and interdisciplinary teams
• Comfortable managing both routine and high-risk obstetric patients
• Ability to adapt quickly to new workflows, policies, and electronic medical records
• Black scrub color required
• Flu vaccination required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1, with client-approved exemptions only
• Up to 5 days of requested time off allowed, must be made up during the assignment
• Local candidates will be considered
• Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are subject to a local contract limit of 3 consecutive 13-week assignments before requiring a 1-year separation or transfer outside the radius

American Traveler Job  #P-773562. 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.