Labor and Delivery RN
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,320/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care493 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Labor & Delivery RN for a high-acuity, Level III unit requiring 3+ years of L&D experience and AWHONN Intermediate certification.
Details
- Labor and Delivery unit within an Antepartum, LDRP, and Mother/Baby care environment
- Level III L&D at a Trauma Level I facility
- Patient ratio of 1-2 couplets
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:30
- Weekend requirement of minimum 3 shifts per month (Saturday/Sunday)
- No on-call responsibilities
- Occasional floating to Postpartum within scope of practice
- Epic charting preferred but other EMR experience accepted
Requirements
- Active AZ or compact RN license required, must be in hand to apply
- Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, and AWHONN Intermediate
- 3+ years of high-acuity L&D experience required; 2 years accepted if from a teaching or high-risk facility
- Trauma Level I experience required
- Skills required include sterile speculum and vaginal exams, NST, EFM/internal fetal monitoring, IUPC placement and calibration, and recognition of abnormal fetal heart patterns
- Experience with amnioinfusion, high-risk and vaginal deliveries, C-section circulation, forceps/vacuum extraction, and hemorrhage/shock management required
- Postpartum care experience including vaginal delivery, C-section, couplet care, multiple births, hemorrhage, and pregnancy-induced hypertension required
- Neonatal care skills required including cord care, newborn assessment, infant identification, and discharge teaching
- Experience with epidural/general anesthesia and pain management required
- Skilled in blood product administration, venous blood draws, IV starts, and infusion pump/drip management
Additional Information
- Provide comprehensive care across antepartum, labor, delivery, and postpartum stages, including high-risk deliveries and newborn care
- Support high-volume delivery unit with facility births exceeding 300/month
- Preferred certifications include AWHONN Advanced, C-EFM, and RNC-OB
- Preferred experience includes high-risk antepartum care, obstetrical triage, spiral electrode placement, and neonatal abstinence syndrome care
- First-time travelers considered only with 5+ years of experience
- Local candidates not accepted; must reside at least 75 miles from the facility
- Holiday RTO requests reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Facility
Maricopa Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 493 beds
Employer
American Traveler
84 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I have absolutely nothing negative to say about Ms. Sebrona! She stayed close by and did her very best to get my foot in the door as a first time traveler! I appreciate her so much!!!
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 Phoenix, AZ
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Phoenix, AZ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Phoenix is slightly lower than the national average, with affordable housing and reasonable grocery and transportation costs.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 104°F, Summer average lows: 81°F.
- Winter average highs: 67°F, Winter average lows: 45°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Phoenix, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Many furnished housing options cater to the seasonal influx of visitors and snowbirds.
- Phoenix is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, but a car is generally recommended for getting around the sprawling metro area.
- Phoenix has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and occasional heat-related illnesses.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Phoenix due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- Phoenix offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, from Southwestern cuisine to international flavors.
- The city has a thriving arts and music community, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy world-class golf, major league spring training games, and outdoor activities like hiking in the nearby mountain reserves.
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