American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Kansas City, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery role requiring a MO or compact license and strong LDRP skills.

Responsibilities

• Position is based in an acute care community hospital on a Labor & Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) unit
• Patient ratios are typically 1:1 to 1:3
• Work includes care across antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and Level I Nursery settings
• Night shift schedule with 4x12 hour shifts from 18:45 to 07:15
• Weekend rotation includes 4-6 weekend shifts (Saturday/Sunday) and 2 Fridays per 6-week schedule
• Mandatory holiday coverage includes 1 major holiday and 1-2 minor holidays per contract
• On-call required: 2 shifts per 6-week schedule period
• Floating may be required within the LDRP and between departments or facilities as needed
• Unit handles vaginal births, C-sections, gynecology surgeries, postpartum care, and antenatal testing
• Epic experience required for charting
• Will provide couplet care and triage obstetrical patients across antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum
• Will assist with high-risk deliveries, c-sections, gynecology surgeries, and newborn care procedures
• Required to support baby-friendly protocols and provide lactation and discharge education to parents
• Must follow navy scrub dress code (scrubs provided)
• Free parking available onsite
• No travel partners accepted for this assignment
• RTO (requested time off) limited to 7 days for the contract
• Modules and training are required before and possibly during assignment
• Negative drug screening is required; candidates with an unresolvable issue may reapply after 6 months

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license in hand at time of application
• Minimum 3 years of recent Labor & Delivery nursing experience required
• At least 1 year of specialty L&D experience within the past 12 months; no gap longer than 90 days in the past year
• Current BLS, FHM, and NRP certifications required
• AWHONN Intermediate or Advanced certifications preferred
• Proficiency in IV therapy, blood product administration, L&D management (including c-section circulation), and neonatal care required
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record required
• Must provide two recent professional references (one from a supervisor)
• Cannot reside within 75 miles of the facility
• No first-time travelers accepted

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-647963. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Labor & Delivery

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