Travel Labor and Delivery RN

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

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  02/02/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring a NM or compact RN license and night shift availability.

• Work in a hospital Family Birthing Center on the Labor & Delivery unit
• Patient population consists of antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn cases
• Care includes triage, labor evaluation, fetal assessment, stabilization of emergent conditions, prep for delivery, and postpartum care
• Float required to departments or local locations within 20 miles
• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
• Epic EMR is used; onsite training can be provided
• Responsibilities include comprehensive care for antepartum, laboring, postpartum, and newborn patients including medication administration, newborn stabilization, assistance with deliveries, and handling emergent situations
• Care of newborns may involve hearing screenings, lab draws, IV starts, medication administration, phototherapy, and stabilization for transport
• Must be prepared to float as needed within the hospital or to other local sites
• BCA test will be administered during orientation; only one retake is allowed if initially unsuccessful
• Return to work policy requires a one-year gap after last full-time position before rehire as a traveler
• Dress code and scrub requirements not specified

• Active NM or compact state RN license required
• BLS certification through American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross required
• NRP certification and AWHONN intermediate or advanced fetal monitoring certification required
• Minimum of 2 years current Labor & Delivery nursing experience required
• Associates degree in Nursing (ADN or ASN) required
• Must pass Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) testing during first week of assignment
• Experience with Epic EMR preferred but training available
• No local candidates allowed; must live at least 50 miles from the facility
• Former perm staff must wait one year before being eligible for travel positions

• 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-653372. 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.