Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Roanoke, VA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,930/week

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Overview

Start Date06/15/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks
Setting
Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,930/week

Description

Assignment Overview

Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring high-risk antepartum and intrapartum experience, including OBOR competency.

Details

13-week contract in a hospital Labor & Delivery unit (13 South), a 24-bed unit serving low and high risk pregnant patients from antepartum through delivery
Regional referral center for high-risk pregnancies in Southwest VA, serving patients within approximately a 150-mile radius
Accepts pregnant patients at gestational age of 20 weeks and above, averaging 250 deliveries and 350 triage visits per month
Unit includes a 3-bed triage area, 2 ORs, and 2 post-anesthesia beds
Patient ratios: 1:1–2 laboring patients, 1:3–4 antepartum patients, 1:3 triage patients, 2:1 OBOR patients, 1:1–2 OB PACU patients
Team includes Clinical Team Leaders (RN), Registered Nurses, and 4 Nursing Assistants
Schedule: 3x12-hour night shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
Weekend requirement: every other weekend (EOW) or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
On-call required with a maximum of 24 hours per 6-week scheduling block
Electronic charting system experience required; specific EMR not specified
Facility may call off 1 shift per 2-week period

Requirements

Active Virginia state or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted only if candidate holds a single-state license from a non-compact state
Current BLS certification required
Experience in high-risk antepartum and Labor & Delivery required
Competency in antepartum, intrapartum, and OBOR (scrubbing and/or circulating) strongly preferred
Proficiency with obstetric skills including sterile speculum exams, non-stress tests (NST), reflex/edema/clonus assessment, sterile vaginal exams, and obstetrical triage
Fetal monitoring skills required: recognition and treatment of abnormal fetal heart rate patterns, external and internal fetal monitoring, and IUPC placement and calibration
Experience administering OB-related medications including antihypertensives, insulin drips, Magnesium Sulfate, Pitocin (oxytocin), Prostaglandins, and Terbutaline
Copies of driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

Two professional references required for consideration
Must work one holiday during the 13-week contract
All RTO, block, and special scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of application
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Local candidates are not accepted; a radius rule applies to determine eligibility

American Traveler Job ID #P-711366. 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

Employer

American Traveler

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69 nurses recommend working with American Traveler

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Pros

Autumn is amazing! She is always on top of things and responds back fast.

Cons

None

Recommends working with American Traveler

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Radiology Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

Review of Autumn Mayernik on May 26, 2026

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About Roanoke, VA

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Roanoke, VA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Roanoke is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 80-85°F, while winter lows average around 25-30°F.
Roanoke experiences all four seasons, with mild to moderate temperatures throughout the year.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Roanoke, with various options available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.

Transportation

Roanoke is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
Public transportation options are available, including buses and trolleys, but a car is generally recommended for convenience.

Demographics

Roanoke has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include obesity and related conditions, as well as respiratory ailments.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Roanoke offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, along with art galleries, museums, and live music venues.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the extensive network of trails for hiking and biking, as well as access to national forests for fishing, paddling, and wildlife watching.

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