Travel Registered Nurse L&D Job
Healthforce•San Luis Obispo, CA
•$2,734 - $2,808•Onsite
About The Position
This is a travel assignment for a Registered Nurse specializing in Labor & Delivery (L&D) in San Luis Obispo, California. The contract is for 13 weeks, starting on 09/14/2026. The role involves working night shifts (3x12) in a Short Term Acute Care Hospital with an active Labor & Delivery service line. The position offers competitive weekly pay and guaranteed hours, with potential for extension.
Requirements
- Active RN license in the state of practice (California)
- Associate Degree in Nursing required
- Minimum of two years of recent Labor & Delivery experience
- Current BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NRP
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring
- Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM) or AWHONN
- AHA/ARC BLS and ACLS as applicable
- NRP per policy
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required
- Ability to work night shift in a Short Term Acute Care Hospital setting
- Ability to collaborate effectively with a perinatal care team
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred
- department-specific FHM/AWHONN certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver nursing care for antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum patients, including management of obstetric emergencies and circulating for C-sections.
- Monitor maternal and fetal status; assess amniotic fluid, vaginal bleeding, and overall fetal well-being; implement appropriate maternal pain management and alternative modalities when suitable.
- Assist with epidural catheter placement, monitor patient status during and after administration, and respond to perinatal emergencies (e.g., crash C-section, precipitous delivery, shoulder dystocia).
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team; supervise and delegate tasks to ancillary staff within scope of practice; ensure accurate documentation and care plans.
- Provide patient/family education across perinatal and postpartum stages, including newborn care and discharge planning.
- Maintain clinical judgment in crisis situations, adhere to unit policies, and support a safe, patient-centered environment.
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay ($2,734–$2,808 per week)
- Guaranteed hours (36 per week)
- Extension opportunities beyond the initial assignment
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Unit onboarding and credentialing support as applicable
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
