Labor and Delivery RN
Aurora, CO
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Rotating
$3,258/weekOverview
- Start Date09/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care620 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Rotating, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Labor and Delivery position requiring 1+ years of L&D experience, AWHONN Intermediate certification, and a CO or compact RN license.
Details
- Work in the Women's and Infants Labor and Delivery Unit, a 19-room unit within a hospital setting
- Patient ratio of 1:2
- Rotating day and night shifts (4x12 hours), including 7:00-19:30 and 19:00-7:30
- Various days of the week with weekend requirements per unit needs
- On-call requirements per unit needs
- Float required within the Women and Infant Unit and potentially within the metro region per facility needs
- Uses Epic charting system
- Navy scrub color required
Requirements
- Active RN license (CO or Compact) required
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN Intermediate
- AWHONN Advanced and AWHONN Beginner certifications preferred
- Minimum 1 year of Labor and Delivery experience required
- Previous travel nursing experience preferred
- Epic charting experience preferred
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Skilled in labor and delivery management including assisting with high-risk and vaginal deliveries, circulating and scrubbing for C-sections, and sterile vaginal exams
- Experience with fetal monitoring including external and internal fetal monitoring and IUPC placement
- Experience with medication administration including Pitocin, Magnesium Sulfate therapy, and antihypertensives
- Experience with postpartum care including couplet care and hemorrhage management
Additional Information
- Provide comprehensive care across labor, delivery, antepartum, and postpartum units
- Assist with high-risk deliveries, C-sections, and vaginal deliveries as part of a collaborative care team
- Support newborn care including APGAR scoring, cord care, and infant identification
- Provide patient education including breastfeeding support and discharge teaching
- Perform fetal heart rate monitoring and recognize abnormal patterns
- First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
- Candidates previously employed by the health system or its affiliates may face eligibility restrictions
- Returning travelers who completed a full year on assignment must wait at least one year before rebooking
- Maximum of 10 RTO days approved per 13-week contract, with blackout periods during select weeks in September, October, November, and December 2026
- Blocked scheduling requests are not permitted
- Completion of facility-specific training modules required within the first week of assignment
- Local candidates residing within 75 miles of the facility are eligible for the local bill rate
Facility
University of Colorado Hospital
4 nurses recommend working with University of Colorado Hospital

- Short Term Acute Care
- 620 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 Aurora, CO
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Aurora, CO here's what you should know:- Lower cost of living compared to the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 88°F and winter lows of 17°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find.
- Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count.
- Aurora has a large population of travel nurses.
- Plentiful and diverse local attractions including the Aurora History Museum, the Black American West Museum, and the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus.
- Fantastic food scene with restaurants like El Taco de Mexico, Sam's No 3 Diner, and La Sandia Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar.
- Outdoor activities include the Aurora Reservoir for fishing, boating, swimming, and ice skating in the winter, as well as over 50 miles of beautiful hiking trails.
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