Travel L&D ​/ Postpartum RN - $2,182 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Shelby, North Carolina.

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/24/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery/Postpartum position requiring 2+ years of L&D experience and the ability to work in an LDRP setting.

• Level 3 Trauma hospital with 241 licensed beds
• Labor and Delivery unit with 8 labor rooms, 3 triage rooms, 1 OR suite, and 1 PACU
• Average of 4 to 6 patients per day
• Patient population includes labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care
• Follows AWHONN staffing guidelines with ratios of 1:2 inactive labor, 1:1 active labor, and 1:3-4 couplets
• 1 CST per shift
• 12-hour night shift schedule from , 36 hours per week
• Also includes shift options of 7a-7p and 7p-7a on a 6-week schedule cycle
• EMR:
  Epic
• Uses Alaris IV pumps and Omnicell medication dispensing
• Fetal monitoring and Philips monitors used for newborn care
• Unit-specific equipment includes scales, ultrasound, and ambulation assist devices
• 24/7 charge nurse support and RT coverage within the hospital
• Hospitalist coverage available 24/7 for newborn care
• Phlebotomy support available for peripheral blood draws
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Low census call possible, with call-back up to 3a for nights and 3p for days
• Floating required within Region 3 (Cleveland, Kings Mtn, Lincoln, Central Division including CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH) as needed within scope of practice

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, EFM, and NRP
• Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Ability and willingness to work in an LDRP setting
• Experience with labor management, cesarean section circulating, pre-op, PACU, triage, newborn resuscitation, Pitocin management, and epidural management
• Epic EMR experience required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

• Provide comprehensive nursing care across labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn stages
• Responsibilities include circulating cesarean sections, managing epidurals and Pitocin, and performing newborn resuscitation as needed
• Unit culture emphasizes teamwork
• Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Holiday coverage required for 75% of holidays
• Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays; unmet contracted hours must be added to the end of the contract
• Hospital-issued green scrubs required
• Free parking available onsite
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible, as local candidates are not accepted
• Previous employees of AHSE facilities must have been separated from any permanent position for at least 1 year before applying

American Traveler Job  #P-738226. 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.