Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Eureka, California.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Labor and Delivery
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 09/08/2026
Duration: 26 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
Length: 26 weeks
Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Labor and Delivery RN for a night shift travel contract requiring an active CA RN license and at least 1 year of L&D experience.

Details

Labor and Delivery unit within a hospital setting
Cares for a high-risk OB and culturally diverse patient population
Unit has 11-15 rooms/beds with an average daily census of 15-20 patients
Approximately 20 patient visits per day
Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (6:00 PM - 6:30 AM)
26-week assignment length
Weekend shifts required to meet staffing needs
Floating required to meet facility needs, with travelers given priority to float within their scope
RNs circulate for cesarean sections

Requirements

Active CA RN license required, must be in hand at submission
Minimum 1 year of Labor and Delivery experience required
Certifications required: ACLS, AWHONN Intermediate, BLS, NRP
Epic EMR experience required
Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, drawing venous blood, administration of blood and blood products, and use of infusion pumps/drips
Experience with amnioinfusion, assisting with high-risk and vaginal deliveries, circulating for C-sections, and recovering C-section patients
Experience with sterile vaginal exams
Experience administering medications including anticoagulation therapy, antihypertensives, antiseizure medications, magnesium sulfate therapy, pitocin, and terbutaline
Experience with neonatal care in the delivery room including APGAR scoring, ID/security banding, and use of radiant warmers
Experience with antepartum care including sterile speculum exams, NSTs, reflex checks, and use of EFM
Experience with obstetrical patient triage
Experience with newborn care including cord care, discharge teaching, infant identification, and newborn assessment
Experience with postpartum care including breastfeeding/lactation support, foley catheter insertion/management, and fundus/lochia/perineum care
Experience with couplet care, multiple births, and postpartum hemorrhage management
Experience with pain management including epidural anesthesia and PCA (IV)
Experience with isolation precautions/PPE and vaccine administration
Experience with fetal monitoring including recognition of abnormal fetal heart rate patterns and use of external fetal monitoring
Two supervisory references required, covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty/setting

Additional Information

Provide comprehensive labor, delivery, and postpartum nursing care to a high-risk OB patient population
Circulate for cesarean sections as part of unit responsibilities
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
RTO requests limited to no more than 7 days and must be submitted upfront during the application process
Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
Travelers may be expected to float between sister facilities near the contracted location
Candidates must live within a 50-mile radius, though local candidates are accepted at a lower bill rate
Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must not reside within 50 miles of the facility
Candidates must disclose any prior work history at a Providence facility as a permanent employee, traveler, or per-diem staff

American Traveler Job ID #P-738790. 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.