American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Labor and Delivery Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/04/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 4, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Labor & Delivery RN for a Level I Trauma Center requiring 2 years of L&D experience and a CT or compact RN license. Details Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:00 AM) Work in the Labor & Delivery unit of a Level I Trauma Center academic medical center Patient ratio of 1:2 Facility handles 200-300 births per month On-call requirement of two 4-hour blocks per 6-week schedule Every other weekend required No floating required Open to block scheduling accommodations Epic charting system used Requirements Active CT or compact RN license required prior to start date Minimum 2 years of Labor & Delivery experience required (1.5 years considered for candidates with Level I trauma or travel experience) Current BLS and NRP certifications required ACLS and AWHONN Beginner certifications preferred Experience with high-risk antepartum care preferred Experience with external and internal fetal monitoring Experience with IUPC placement and calibration Skilled in starting and maintaining IVs, administration of blood and blood products, and maintaining central lines Experience assisting with vaginal deliveries, circulating and scrubbing for C-sections, and recovering C-section patients Experience with high-risk delivery assistance and hemorrhage/shock management Experience administering Pitocin, Magnesium Sulfate, antihypertensives, and anticoagulation therapy Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred 1 professional reference required Additional Information Provide comprehensive labor, delivery, and postpartum nursing care including antepartum, newborn, and couplet care Perform fetal monitoring and recognize/treat abnormal fetal heart rate patterns Support breastfeeding/lactation and manage postpartum complications such as hemorrhage and pregnancy-induced hypertension Assist with surgical procedures including cervical cerclage, D&C, and tubal ligation Scrubs provided by facility Must be willing to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities as needed Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted COVID vaccine and booster required with religious or medical exemptions only First-time travelers are welcome to apply Local candidates not accepted if residing within 75 miles of the facility Returning staff must have been gone at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler RTO requests greater than 7 days require additional approval American Traveler Job ID P-772552. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title: Travel RN - Labor & Delivery About 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.