Travel Labor & Delivery RN
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$39 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Socorro, New Mexico |
About this job
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Socorro, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/06/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 6, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Family Birth Center (L&D) position in Socorro, NM, requiring an NM or Compact RN license, NRP, and AWHONN fetal monitoring certification.
Details- 13-week contract at a hospital-based Family Birth Center (FBC/L&D) unit
- 12-hour day shifts, 5:00 AM – 5:30 PM, three days per week (36 hours/week)
- Labor patient ratio is 1:1; postpartum patient ratio is 1:2
- Patient population includes antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn patients
- Epic EMR used on-site; training available for candidates without prior Epic experience
- Floating between departments and/or local locations within 20 miles is required
- Active NM or Compact RN license required
- Current certifications required: BLS (issued by AHA, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross), NRP, and AWHONN Intermediate or Advanced Fetal Monitoring
- Minimum of 2 years of current L&D/FBC nursing experience required
- ADN or ASN degree required (minimum)
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
- Antepartum responsibilities include triage assessment for patients >20 weeks, use of obstetric triage acuity tools, fetal evaluation, and stabilization or transfer for emergency medical conditions
- Intrapartum responsibilities include labor assessment and care, preparation for vaginal and cesarean deliveries, administration of obstetric medications (e.g., Pitocin, mag sulfate, labetalol, insulin), and immediate newborn stabilization
- Postpartum and newborn care includes hearing screens, lab draws, IV starts, medication administration (Hep B, Vit K, erythromycin), circumcision assistance, opiate withdrawal newborn care, phototherapy, and critical newborn stabilization for transport
- Candidates who were previously permanent staff at this health system must wait one year before being considered as a traveler
American Traveler Job ID #P-720199. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Labor & Delivery
About American TravelerWith 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.
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