Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,146 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Montgomery, Alabama.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/08/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 8, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position at a Level II Trauma Center in Montgomery, AL, requiring a minimum of 3 years of LDR experience and a strong background with high-risk obstetric patients.
Details- Work in a Labor & Delivery unit at a 492-bed Level II Trauma Center with an on-site Level III NICU and Primary Stroke Center designation
- Unit consists of 7 labor beds, 3 antepartum beds, 2 triage beds, and 2 ORs averaging 55–75 deliveries per month
- High-volume, complex patient population including laboring patients, scheduled inductions, scheduled C-sections, high-risk patients (Magnesium Sulfate, preterm labor, diabetic, postpartum hemorrhage), hyperemesis, cerclages, NSTs, and patients as early as ~20 weeks gestation
- Patient ratios follow AWHONN guidelines: 1:1 for patients on Pitocin, 1:2 for Pitocin plus triage or Cervidil, 1:3 for stable antepartum or triage; Mother Baby ratios up to 1:3 couplets or 1:6 moms
- EMR: Cerner Maternity and Surgi-Net (OR); some paper charting required after delivery
- IV pumps: Hospira/Abbott Plum A+; medication dispensing via Omnicell; fetal monitoring via GE Corometrics, Novii, and Space Labs monitors
- 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week, starting at 6:40 PM
- Every other weekend rotation required
- No mandatory call; low-census call may occur with a 30-minute callback requirement
- Floating to Mother Baby unit required; duties include basic assessments, documenting feeds and wets, and drawing bili labs as needed
- Active AL RN license or Compact RN license required
- Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring
- Minimum 3 years of LDR experience required
- Demonstrated experience with high-risk obstetric patients including shoulder dystocia, emergent C-sections, postpartum hemorrhage, preterm patients on Magnesium Sulfate, and pre-eclampsia
- Proficiency in circulating cesarean sections, couplet care, and immediate post-delivery care (first hour)
- Mother Baby (couplet care) experience highly preferred
- SSN, DOB (day and month), one reference from a charge nurse or above from the past 12 months, and copies of certifications required for consideration
- Provide care to a high volume of complex, high-risk obstetric patients; strong clinical judgment and LDR expertise are essential for this role
- Unit is supported by a charge nurse, OB technician (usually 1 per shift, with a second available on call), an IV/VAT team, and in-house phlebotomy (though RNs typically collect their own labs)
- Anesthesia is in-house; OB providers are on-call for deliveries (not in-house at night)
- Orientation consists of 3 shifts in LDR and 1 shift in Mother Baby
- Holiday coverage required for 2 of 3 designated holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day
- Green scrubs are provided by the facility; parking is free
- Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible
- Former permanent staff must wait 6 months before being considered as a traveler
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
- Interviews are required; candidates should be prepared for a SimpliFi interview and manager approval process
American Traveler Job ID #P-698773. 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
About American Traveler
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.