Labor & Delivery RN
Albany, GA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,182/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration17 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care483 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 28, 2026
- Length: 17 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring 2 years of specialty experience and prior travel assignment history.
Details
- Acute care Labor & Delivery unit with 12 labor beds, 5 antepartum beds, and 2 ORs
- Unit includes an OB emergency room with 6 triage beds
- Handles 150-200 births per month, ranging from high-risk to routine OB cases
- Also cares for antepartum patients requiring extended stays prior to discharge or delivery
- Follows AWHONN staffing ratios
- Uses OB Trace fetal heart monitoring system and Meditech EMR
- Charge nurse role is generally supernumerary, outside the staffing grid
- OR techs serve as OB techs, assisting with c-sections, vaginal deliveries, and stocking
- Day shift schedule, 7a-7p (645a-645p)
- Every other weekend required
- Floating to postpartum as needed
- Neonatology and OB hospitalist coverage in house 24/7
- Respiratory therapy and pharmacy available 24/7
- No IV team on unit
- 2 shifts of floor-specific orientation provided
Requirements
- Active GA or compact RN license required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications required
- Intermediate or higher EFM certification required
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Labor & Delivery required
- Prior travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers not considered
- BSN not required
Additional Information
- Care for patients ranging from high-risk to routine OB cases, including antepartum patients
- OR techs support c-sections, cerclages, tubals, and vaginal deliveries on the unit
- Facility is designated Baby Friendly with in-house lactation support for mothers
- Scrubs provided by the hospital
- Holiday coverage rotates in with permanent staff
- Must reside more than 72 miles from the facility to be eligible for the travel assignment
- Not eligible if employed by the facility within the last 12 months
Facility
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
6 nurses recommend working with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Pros
Good team to work with, willling to work with your schedule
Cons
No real cons while I was there.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 483 beds
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona has been an incredible recruiter to work with during my job search for travel vascular sonography positions. From our very first conversation, she took the time to actually understand what I was looking for, not just throwing generic openings at me, but paying attention to my specialty, my preferences, and my timeline. She's responsive, communicative, and genuinely invested in finding the right fit rather than just filling a slot. Any time I had a question, she got back to me quickly with clear, honest answers. No runaround, no overselling a position just to close it out. Working with Sebrona has made the often stressful process of job hunting feel a lot more manageable. I'd recommend her to any traveler looking for a recruiter who actually listens and follows through.
Cons
None
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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 Albany, GA
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Albany, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Albany, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Albany experiences hot and humid summers with average highs of around 92°F and mild winters with average lows of about 40°F.
- It is important to be prepared for the heat and humidity in the summer and occasional cold snaps in the winter.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Albany, GA.
- They can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of local real estate agents or online rental platforms.
- Albany is more car-friendly, and having a vehicle is often necessary for getting around.
- Public transportation options are limited, so it's important to have access to a car for daily activities.
- Albany, GA has a diverse population with a mix of ages.
- Common health issues in the area include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Albany offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, along with opportunities to explore art and music in the local community.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as golfing and fishing in the area's natural surroundings.
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