Labor And Delivery Travel Nurse Jobs
Connecting Skilled L&D Nurses With the Right Opportunities
At SkyBridge Healthcare (SBH), we place experienced labor and delivery RNs in top-tier roles across the U.S. From flexible assignments to high travel nurse pay and benefits, we ensure our nurses are supported every step of the way, with fast placement, premium compensation, and recruiter guidance that respects your time and expertise.
1. What L&D Travel Nurses Do
As a delivery registered nurse, you’ll provide compassionate, skilled care throughout every stage of childbirth. Travel L&D nurses are essential in guiding patients through labor and delivery, helping ensure healthy outcomes for both mother and baby. Assignments may vary, but the emotional impact and clinical complexity remain constant.
In high-volume hospital units or smaller maternity wards, L&D travel nurses often manage rapid triage decisions, provide one-on-one support during active labor, and monitor maternal and fetal progress throughout labor. You’ll also assist with immediate post-delivery care, newborn resuscitation, and patient education for postpartum recovery.
Core L&D RN responsibilities include:
- Monitoring fetal heart tones and contraction patterns
- Managing labor progression and pain control
- Supporting obstetricians during C-sections and vaginal deliveries
- Performing neonatal assessments and newborn stabilization
- Documenting maternal and infant outcomes
- Educating families on postpartum care and breastfeeding
Qualifications & Certifications
Successful labor and delivery travel nurse jobs require a strong clinical background and the ability to thrive in dynamic, high-pressure environments. Facilities rely on confident, experienced nurses who can deliver expert care with compassion and precision.
Candidate requirements (experience) typically include:
- At least 1–2 years of recent L&D experience
- Active RN license in good standing (multi-state or state-specific)
- BLS and NRP certifications (required)
- AWHONN fetal monitoring or ACLS (preferred)
- Updated resume and 2–3 recent clinical references
- Completion of a detailed L&D skills & certifications (NRP, BLS) checklist
SBH helps with credentialing and onboarding, including certification reimbursement and guidance through all required documentation steps.
Pay, Per Diem & Benefits
At SBH, we believe your compensation should truly reflect the expertise, emotional resilience, and rapid critical thinking required in labor and delivery. That’s why we offer travel L&D nurses a compensation structure ranked in the top 2% nationwide, along with a benefits package designed to support your financial stability, physical health, and overall wellbeing throughout every assignment. Our goal is to ensure that you not only succeed clinically as a labor delivery RN, but also thrive personally, no matter where your work takes you.
With SBH, you’ll enjoy:
- Top travel nurse pay and benefits package: Our pay rates are consistently among the highest in the industry, recognizing the specialty skills and quick decision-making required of L&D nurses. You get competitive hourly wages plus additional earnings through per diem and stipends.
- High tax-free per diem for meals, housing, and expenses: SBH provides generous, IRS-compliant tax-free stipends to help cover daily living expenses. These allowances often significantly increase your take-home income, making each assignment more financially rewarding.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one: You won’t wait weeks for eligibility; your health benefits begin right at the start of your contract. This ensures continuity of care and peace of mind no matter where your assignment is located.
- PTO and sick time depending on your contract: Many travel assignments include built-in paid time off or sick leave, allowing you to rest and recharge without compromising your finances.
- Housing & travel stipend included for each assignment: We help offset the cost of relocation and lodging so you can transition between assignments comfortably. You’ll receive stipends or reimbursements for travel to your next facility.
- 24/7 recruiter support and contract flexibility: Whether you need help adjusting your schedule, clarifying pay details, or navigating a workplace challenge, your SBH recruiter is available around the clock to support you.
Whether you’re relocating across the country or staying in state, you can explore traveler housing on your own or let us help secure accommodations that fit your needs, from short-term rentals to extended-stay options. SBH’s goal is to make sure your housing transition is seamless, affordable, and stress-free, so you can focus entirely on delivering exceptional care, from short-term rentals to extended-stay options. SBH’s goal is to make sure your housing transition is seamless, affordable, and stress-free, so you can focus entirely on delivering exceptional care.
Settings, Shifts & Assignment Variety
Travel L&D nurses can expect a wide range of work settings and scheduling options. Whether you’re interested in fast-paced, high-acuity facilities or more relaxed, community-based environments, SBH has options that suit your skills and goals.
Common assignment settings include:
- Acute care & post-acute settings, including large OB units
- Community hospitals with mid-size L&D departments
- Recovery floors and mother-baby transitional units
- Birthing centers and hybrid OB/GYN wings
Available shifts often include 8, 10, or 12-hour options, with day, night, and weekend rotations. Most contracts range from 8 to 13 weeks, though many offer extensions or transition to long-term roles. Shift flexibility & assignments are a top priority at SBH, ensuring your schedule fits your lifestyle.
Our team also works closely with professionals in a range of specialties, including travel clinician jobs to ensure that your skills are matched with the right setting, whether that’s a high-volume labor & delivery unit, a mother-baby recovery floor, or a hybrid birthing center. Our experts can also connect you with travel telemetry nurse jobs, traveling ICU nurse jobs, traveling ICU nurse jobs, and more.
What to Expect After You Apply
At SBH, we believe that the hiring experience should be smooth, supportive, and stress-free, especially for professionals stepping into high-responsibility roles like labor and delivery nursing. From the moment you apply, our recruiters are focused on understanding your background, goals, and preferences so they can connect you with the right assignments quickly and confidently.
Whether you’re transitioning from a permanent hospital position or are a seasoned travel registered nurse, we’re here to make every step easier. You’ll receive transparent communication, fast response times, and assistance navigating each part of the compliance & onboarding process, ensuring you’re fully prepared for your first day on the job.
How the process works:
- Submit your application and documents
- SBH recruiter reviews your background and goals
- You’re submitted to matching healthcare facilities
- Interviews are scheduled as needed
- Offers are reviewed and discussed with you
- Begin credentialing and onboarding support
Required documents:
- Updated resume
- L&D-specific skills checklist
- Valid RN license(s)
- BLS and NRP certifications
- Professional references from recent managers
From paperwork to placement, SBH makes sure you’re never navigating the process alone. You’ll have a dedicated recruiter by your side, helping you stay credentialed, compliant, and confident every step of the way.
Start Your Next L&D Travel Assignment Today
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