Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,228 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Abilene, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Labor and Delivery
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 12 / 15 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Abilene, Texas

Advance your nursing career with a 13-week travel assignment as a Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) in Abilene, TX (79601). This travel nursing job offers the opportunity to join a supportive healthcare team in a modern facility, providing high-quality care to mothers and newborns. Abilene, Texas is known for its welcoming community, affordable living, and the charm of West Texas landscapes—making it an ideal location for Texas nursing jobs and travel healthcare professionals.

Travel Nurse Job Details

Assignment Type : Travel RN, On-Site

Location : Abilene, TX 79601 (West Texas)

Start Date : November 10, 2025 (flexible to December 1, 2025)

End Date : February 9, 2026

Duration : 13 weeks

Shift : 3x12-hour day shifts (07 : 00 - 19 : 00)

Hours per Week : 36

Unit : Labor & Delivery Recovery Room

Orientation : 16 hours in-person plus 6-8 hours of online modules

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1910 - $2040

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required for Texas nursing jobs (must be in hand at submission)

Minimum 2 years of recent Labor & Delivery RN experience required

3 years of Labor & Delivery nursing experience preferred

BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN certifications required

Willingness to float to other campuses or hospital units as needed

Must reside at least 150 miles from facility (travel nurse requirement)

First-time travel nurses welcome

Experience with Allscripts or Altera charting systems preferred

Flu vaccine required (medical / religious exemptions considered)

Labor & Delivery RN Responsibilities

Deliver comprehensive nursing care to mothers and newborns during labor, delivery, and recovery

Monitor maternal and fetal health, interpret fetal heart tracings, and respond to obstetric emergencies

Assist with vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, and high-risk births

Administer medications, IVs, and manage epidural anesthesia

Support breastfeeding and educate new parents

Perform newborn assessments, including APGAR scoring and thermoregulation

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams

Follow infection control protocols and hospital policies

Participate in orientation and complete required training modules

Apply now to join our healthcare team and start your next travel nursing adventure in Abilene, Texas!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #419707. 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 : L&D

About Planet Healthcare

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

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