Labor and Delivery RN
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,320/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- 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: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Labor & Delivery RN for a night shift assignment requiring 3+ years of high acuity L&D experience and a Level I trauma center background.
Details
- Labor and Delivery unit with additional coverage in Antepartum, LDRP, and Mother/Baby areas
- Patient ratio of 1-2 couplets
- Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (19:00-07:30)
- Minimum of 3 weekend shifts per month required (Saturday/Sunday)
- No on-call requirements
- Occasional floating to PostPartum within scope of practice
- Epic charting experience preferred but not required
Requirements
- Active AZ or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
- Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, and AWHONN Intermediate
- Minimum 3 years of high acuity L&D experience required, or 2 years if from a teaching or high-risk facility
- Level I Trauma Center experience required
- Proficiency in EFM, IUPC placement/calibration, sterile vaginal exams, and NST
- Experience assisting with high-risk and vaginal deliveries, C-section circulation, and hemorrhage/shock management
- Skilled in blood/blood product administration, venous blood draws, and peripheral IV starts and maintenance
- Neonatal care skills including cord care, newborn assessment, and discharge teaching
- Postpartum care experience across vaginal delivery, C-section, couplet care, multiples, hemorrhage, and pregnancy-induced hypertension
- Experience with epidural/general anesthesia and pain management, including PCA use
Additional Information
- Provide comprehensive labor and delivery care including antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum management
- Support high-risk deliveries and assist with procedures such as forceps/vacuum extraction and C-section recovery
- Deliver neonatal care in the delivery room including APGAR scoring and thermoregulation
- Educate patients and families on newborn care, car seat safety, and circumcision aftercare
- First-time travelers will be considered if they have 5+ years of relevant experience
- Local candidates are not accepted; candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility
- Holiday RTO requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
- Block scheduling is not available for this position
Facility
Maricopa Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 493 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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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