Travel Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

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

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/16/2026
• Duration:
  16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-risk Labor & Delivery position at an acute care teaching hospital, requiring Epic/Excellian proficiency and a MN RN license.

• Work setting is an acute care teaching hospital with a Level 3 trauma designation and 317 staffed beds
• Position is in the Labor & Delivery unit with a high-risk patient population
• Patient ratio is 1:1
• Facility performs 200–300 births per month
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Every other weekend is required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating is required within scope, including to the postpartum unit and potentially to nearby affiliate hospitals
• Block scheduling is not available
• Charting system is Epic (Excellian); experience is required
• 16-week contract
• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Responsibilities include assisting with high-risk and vaginal deliveries, circulating and recovering C-sections, triage of obstetric patients, NSTs, amnioinfusion, and postpartum care
• Neonatal care duties include APGAR scoring, cord sample collection, /security banding, and neonatal resuscitation
• Surgical case experience expected for cerclage, D&C, and tubal ligation procedures
• Pre-start modules are required and must be completed before the first day; transcripts will be recorded
• RTO requests of no more than 5 days are preferred for this assignment
• Scrubs are provided by the unit
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who have previously worked at this health system as permanent staff or per diem must have been away for at least 3 months from their last shift worked
• Fingerprinting is required as a Minnesota state mandate; results can take 1 day to 3–4 weeks and must be on file before the start date

• Active MN RN license required; pending license will be accepted
• Minimum 2 years of Labor & Delivery RN experience required
• Required certifications: BLS and NRP
• Preferred certifications: AWHONN Intermediate and Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM)
• Proficiency with Epic/Excellian EMR is required
• Experience with high-risk antepartum and L&D procedures including C-sections, PPTLs, D&Cs, cerclage placement and removal, and waterbirth
• Experience with fetal monitoring (internal and external), IUPC placement, spiral electrode placement, and recognition of abnormal FHR patterns
• Experience managing high-risk conditions including pre-eclampsia/eclampsia, HELLP syndrome, placenta previa/abruptio, VBAC, preterm labor, multiple gestation, and postpartum hemorrhage
• Experience with magnesium sulfate therapy, Pitocin, antihypertensives, and prostaglandins
• Neonatal resuscitation and newborn assessment skills required
• 1 supervisor reference required for consideration

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-674786. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.