American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Seattle, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/12/2026
• Duration: 12 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 high-risk L&D expertise, a current WA or compact RN license, and the ability to circulate and provide newborn care.

Responsibilities

• Position is in a high-volume, high-acuity Labor & Delivery unit
• Unit averages 15 patients per day with 500-600 deliveries per month
• Department features 31 beds and 4 operating rooms
• Patient population includes midwifery clients, high-risk pregnancies, OB patients, and substance recovery support
• Care for both mother and newborn, including private OB and community clinic referrals
• Requires floating to Postpartum, Antepartum, and potentially sister Mother/Baby units within the state
• Day shift, 3x12 hours from 7:00 to 19:30, with schedule posted every 6 weeks
• Required to work every other weekend and holidays as needed
• Uses Epic EMR and electronic fetal monitoring
• Duties include circulating in deliveries and providing newborn care such as eyes, thighs, vitamin K, and assessments
• Must function independently in a fast-paced, high-risk environment while adhering to AWHONN staffing guidelines
• Team supports adult recovery services for substance use and works with both midwifery and private OB clients
• Staff must be able to float within the system as required
• Returning perm staff must have a separation of at least 3 months and live more than 50 miles from the facility
• Holiday and weekend shifts are required as scheduled
• Scrub requirements consistent with hospital policy

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Minimum 3-5 years of recent high-acuity, high-volume L&D experience required
• High-risk labor and delivery experience required
• Must provide current supervisory references and proof of certifications
• Experience with circulating in OR and comprehensive newborn care is required
• BLS and NRP certifications required
• Preferred certifications: ACLS, AWHONN Advanced, AWHONN Intermediate
• Proficiency with Epic EMR and electronic fetal monitoring required
• Experience with procedures including heparin, insulin, and magnesium sulfate administration is required
• Not eligible for first-time travelers

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-649363. 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

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