American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring recent L&D and OR experience and the ability to float between campuses.
Responsibilities
- Work in a 24-bed Labor & Delivery unit with 2 operating rooms in a hospital setting
- Handles c-sections, vaginal deliveries, and triage cases
- Patient ratio of 1:1-2 for L&D
- Expected to float to Mother-Baby (MB) and Postpartum (PP) units as needed across multiple campuses
- Administers magnesium, insulin, and pitocin drips as part of patient care
- Epic EMR used and Epic experience required
- Three 12-hour day shifts per week, totaling 36 hours
- Working every third weekend and rotating holiday coverage is required
- No call requirements
- Hospital provides scrubs for clinical staff
- Team manages approximately 150-350 deliveries per month depending on campus
- Travelers must be flexible to float between Iowa Methodist, Iowa Lutheran, and Iowa Methodist MC campuses based on unit needs
- May float to MB/PP units in addition to L&D duties
- Not accepting first-time travelers for this role
Requirements
- Active IA or compact RN license required
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN
- Minimum two years of current Labor & Delivery experience in a hospital setting, including operating room exposure
- Experience with c-sections, vaginal deliveries, and triage is required
- Previous completion of at least one travel assignment within the past 12 months required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Must provide a recent supervisory reference from within the past 2 years
Benefits
- 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 ID #P-647639. 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.
