Travel Labor & Delivery Nurse - $2,349 per week
American Traveler
Des Moines, IA, US,
50319
Per Diem
8 October 2025
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/13/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring at least 1.5 years of recent L&D hospital experience and previous travel contract experience.
Responsibilities
- Work in a 45-bed Labor & Delivery unit with 2 operating rooms
- Patient population includes high-risk OB, antepartum, c-sections, and vaginal deliveries
- Staffing ratio of 1:1-2
- Handles drips such as magnesium, insulin, and pitocin
- Epic EMR is used in this unit
- May be required to float to Mother-Baby/Postpartum units
- Must be able to work 2 out of 3 major winter holidays (Christmas, New Year's, Thanksgiving)
- Holiday time off requests are limited to one day between late November and early January
- Responsible for providing care for high-risk OB patients and managing specialized drips
- Must be prepared to float as needed to related areas
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
Requirements
- Active Iowa or compact RN license
- Minimum 1.5 years of recent L&D experience in a hospital setting
- Prior travel contract experience required
- Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NRP
- Experience with Epic EMR preferred
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-611039. 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 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.