Travel Labor & Delivery RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  04/13/2026
• 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:
  
  Apr 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Family Birthing Center / L&D position requiring at least 2 years of experience, NM or Compact RN licensure, and NRP and AWHONN fetal monitoring certifications.

• Works in the Family Birthing Center (L&D) of an acute care hospital setting
• Cares for antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum patients as well as newborns
• Performs assessments for triage patients over 20 weeks gestation using obstetric triage acuity tools
• Manages a wide range of obstetric conditions including PTL, preeclampsia, ROM, PPROM, vaginal bleeding, and acute/critical presentations
• Administers obstetric medications including Pitocin, misoprostol, methergine, hemabate, mag sulfate, terbutaline, labetalol, nifedipine, hydralazine, and insulin
• Provides postpartum care for both vaginal and cesarean deliveries, including newborn assessments and medication administration
• Prepares patients for scheduled or emergency cesarean deliveries
• Floating between departments and/or local locations within a 20-mile radius is required
• 12-hour day shifts, 0700–1900, 3 days per week (36 hours/week)

• Active NM or Compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS (through AHA, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross), NRP, and AWHONN Intermediate or Advanced Fetal Monitoring
• Minimum 2 years of current L&D/FBC nursing experience required
• ADN or ASN degree required (minimum)
• English fluency required (speaking, reading, and writing)
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position

• Epic EMR experience is preferred; on-site training is available for Epic
• Performs immediate newborn stabilization, assists with laboratory draws, IV starts, phototherapy, hypoglycemia care, and care of opiate withdrawal newborns
• Stabilizes critically ill newborns for transport as needed
• A Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) test is administered during the first week of orientation; failure to pass will result in dismissal
• Former permanent employees of this health system must wait one year before being considered as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-680609. 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.