L&D RN
San Antonio, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,001/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care1,556 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring active TX or compact RN licensure and advanced fetal monitoring certification.
Details
- Labor & Delivery unit within a hospital's Women's Pavilion
- Unit includes 16 LDRs, 5 triage (OBED) beds, and 7 antepartum beds
- Patient ratio of 1:2
- Performs vaginal deliveries and Caesarean sections
- Uses fetal monitoring equipment
- Documentation primarily in Meditech / CPN, with Meditech experience preferred
- Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- 13-week assignment length
- Floating required as needed per facility policy
- Unit staffed with 24/7 unit clerk and OR technician support
Requirements
- Active TX RN license or compact license required (temporary licenses not accepted)
- Minimum 2 years of hospital or specialty experience required
- Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NRP (Advanced 9th Edition)
- Intermediate or Advanced Fetal Monitoring certification (AWHONN or NCCEFM) required
- US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide direct nursing care to laboring patients, including monitoring and supporting vaginal deliveries and Caesarean sections
- Must comply with facility floating policy and acknowledgement form requirements
- Scrub color requirement: navy scrub top and pants, with navy or white scrub jacket
- Dress code includes clean, neat hair and coverage of visible body art and piercings where feasible
- Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for the travel role
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
Facility
Methodist Hospital
4 nurses recommend working with Methodist Hospital
Pros
Decent ratios most of the time
Cons
Turnover, management!!

- Short Term Acute Care
- 1,556 beds
Employer
American Traveler
82 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I had a great experience working with my recruiter Sebrona. She was incredibly responsive, got my application submitted quickly, and kept me updated throughout the entire process. She made the travel nursing job search smooth and stress-free. I really appreciated her communication and dedication to helping me find the right assignment. I would definitely recommend her to any travel nurse looking for a recruiter who truly wants the best for their nurses.
Cons
None
Recommends working with 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.
About San Antonio, TX
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in San Antonio, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in San Antonio is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- The average high in summer is around 95°F, while the average low in winter is around 40°F, offering a mix of hot summers and mild winters.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in San Antonio, with a variety of choices available for travel nurses.
- San Antonio is relatively car-friendly, with a well-connected road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar system, providing convenient travel within the city.
- San Antonio is a diverse city with a wide range of demographics.
- It has a relatively young population, and common health issues may include allergies due to the climate.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area, creating a supportive community.
- San Antonio offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a rich cultural heritage with art and music events, and a strong focus on sports and outdoor activities.
- The River Walk, the Alamo, and the Tower of the Americas are popular attractions for both locals and visitors.
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