GHR Healthcare - Travel Division 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: 11/14/2025
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Travel Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift – New Haven, CT
Advance your nursing career with a 13-week travel assignment as a Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse in New Haven, Connecticut (06510). Join a leading Level I Trauma Center and deliver exceptional care to mothers and newborns in a high-volume, fast-paced healthcare environment. This travel nursing job offers the perfect blend of professional growth and the vibrant lifestyle of New Haven—home to Yale University, cultural attractions, and scenic waterfronts.
Labor & Delivery RN Job Details Location: New Haven, CT 06510 (Connecticut nursing jobs)
Healthcare Setting: Short Term Acute Care, Level I Trauma Center
Contract Length: 13 weeks (Start: 11/14/2025 – End: 2/13/2026)
Shift: Night shift, 4x12-hour shifts (19:00 – 07:00); flexible scheduling (3x12s or block scheduling available)
Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
On-call: 2 four-hour blocks per 6-week schedule
Orientation: 16 hours
Charting System: Epic EMR experience preferred
Scrubs: Provided
Parking: On-site ($125/month)
Estimated Weekly Salary: $2100 - $2250 per week
Labor & Delivery RN Qualifications Minimum 2 years of recent Labor & Delivery RN experience (1.5 years considered with Level I Trauma or travel nurse experience)
Active Registered Nurse license (CT RN license required; pending accepted if active prior to start)
BLS (Basic Life Support) and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certifications required
Epic charting experience preferred
Ability to work every other weekend and participate in on-call rotation
Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
One professional reference required
Not accepting local candidates (must reside more than 75 miles from facility)
Labor & Delivery Nurse Responsibilities Deliver comprehensive nursing care to mothers and newborns during labor, delivery, and postpartum periods
Assist with high-risk deliveries, C-sections, and neonatal resuscitation
Perform newborn assessments and provide breastfeeding/lactation support
Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and respond to obstetric emergencies
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including physical therapy, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and rapid response
Maintain accurate clinical documentation using Epic EMR
Promote patient safety and comfort in a busy unit averaging 400-500 deliveries per month
Discover the energy of New Haven—enjoy world-class museums, a thriving culinary scene, and easy access to parks and beaches while making a difference in Labor & Delivery nursing. Apply now to join our supportive healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career!
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:
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GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID #423525. 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
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