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, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity Labor & Delivery position requiring 3-5 years of recent high-risk experience and the ability to circulate and provide newborn care.

Responsibilities

• Position is located in a high-volume Labor & Delivery unit with 31 beds and 4 operating rooms
• Average daily census of 15 and 500-600 deliveries per month
• Night shifts, 3x12 hours per week from 19:00 to 07:30
• Must work every other weekend and cover holidays as needed
• Expected to float to Postpartum, Antepartum, and sister Mother/Baby facilities as required
• Utilizes Epic EMR system
• Staffing follows AWHONN guidelines
• Duties include circulating in the OR, providing newborn care immediately after delivery, and administering medications such as heparin, insulin, and magnesium sulfate
• Unit serves a diverse patient population including midwifery clients, private OBs, substance recovery support, and community care clinics
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Work schedule is posted every 6 weeks and may adjust to meet unit needs
• Minimal to no RTO is accepted; pre-approved time off is considered on a case-by-case basis
• All travelers may be required to float among facilities within Washington State
• Holiday coverage is required as needed
• Candidates must be able to pass a clinical review for consideration

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 3-5 years current Labor & Delivery nursing experience in a high-acuity and fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated high-risk Labor & Delivery experience required
• Ability to circulate and function as a Baby Nurse during delivery, providing NB care including eyes, thighs, Vitamin K injections, and newborn assessments
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last three years in a comparable specialty/setting
• Must provide proof of required certifications and active Nursys verification
• Experience with electronic fetal monitoring required
• Preferred certifications: ACLS, AWHONN Advanced, or AWHONN Intermediate
• Former perm staff must be separated for at least 3 months and live outside a 50-mile radius

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-649365. 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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