L&D RN in Shelby, North Carolina
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Shelby, NC
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,929/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 20, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $53.58
- Weekly
- $1,929
- Yearly (full-time)
- $100,308
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $53.58/hour — 32% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina ($40.56/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina right now
- 1,627 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina from 6 agencies, 46 of them in Shelby.
- Pay in these listings: $19.00 – $139/hour, median $51.58/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in North Carolina: $40.56/hour ($84,365/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($80.00/hour across 141 jobs).
Job description
Join a busy Labor and Delivery unit as a registered nurse for a 13-week travel assignment in Shelby, NC. This role involves managing labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care, with a focus on labor management, cesarean section circulation, and neonatal resuscitation. The setting features 8 labor rooms, triage, OR, and PACU, with an average of 4 to 6 patients daily. You'll work 12-hour night shifts, providing essential support during active labor and postpartum phases. This assignment offers an opportunity to sharpen your skills in a non-teaching hospital with advanced equipment like fetal monitors and ultrasound, all while working within a collaborative team environment and floating across regional facilities as needed.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year is generally mild and comfortable, with warm days and cooler evenings. It’s a pleasant season for outdoor activities and exploring the local scenery.
Fun Things To Do:
- Day Trip to Lake Lure: Enjoy boating, swimming, or relaxing by the scenic lakeshore.
- Visit Chimney Rock State Park: Hike the trails and take in panoramic views from the iconic chimney.
- Explore the Carolina Thread Trail: Discover scenic trails perfect for biking and walking.
- Historic Downtown Shelby: Stroll through charming shops, cafes, and local art galleries.
- Biltmore Estate (Asheville): Experience a day in this grand mansion, with beautiful gardens and winery tours.
Job Specifics:
Location: Shelby, NC
Shift: 12-hour nights (7p-7a)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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