Travel Registered Nurse L&D Job

TLC Healthforce•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

As a Registered Nurse specializing in Labor and Delivery, you have the power to shape the earliest moments of families’ lives, guiding mothers, partners, and newborns through a journey that combines science, compassion, and skilled teamwork. In Bakersfield, California, you’ll join a devoted obstetric team where evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and teamwork converge to create safe, joyful birth experiences. You’ll be at the heart of a fast paced, high touch setting, coordinating with obstetricians, midwives, anesthesiologists, neonatal specialists, and support staff to ensure safe labor, precise birth planning, rapid response to changing situations, and a thoughtful transition into postpartum care. This is more than a job; it’s a chance to leave a lasting imprint on families and communities while advancing your expertise in maternal-newborn health. California's diverse landscapes invite exploration throughout your career—from the foothills of the Sierra to rugged coastlines, vibrant wine regions, and coastal cities. Your days off can be moments of discovery, culture, and outdoor adventure, all while advancing professionally within a supportive network. This opportunity invites you to envision the impact you can have, while enjoying the beauty and rhythm of life in California. California’s scenery isn’t the only draw; Bakersfield itself offers a welcoming base with a strong health system, where you can deliver high-level obstetric care in a community-minded environment. The location provides a balanced mix of professional challenge and personal livability, with access to regional resources and a network that supports continuous learning. Beyond Bakersfield, the option to collaborate with teams across the United States opens pathways to diverse birth settings, broadened clinical perspectives, and a deeper understanding of patient-centered approaches in obstetric nursing. This combination of local integration and national connections means you can cultivate expertise while experiencing the rich experiences that come with living in California and traveling to varied practice environments. Our traveling program ensures you have reliable, 24/7 support to help with scheduling, housing, and logistics so you can focus on care and growth. In this role you’ll provide comprehensive obstetric nursing care from triage through delivery and postpartum, including initial assessments, continuous fetal monitoring as indicated, labor support, administration of medications and analgesia, assisting with vaginal births and cesarean deliveries, neonatal stabilization, lactation support, and thorough postpartum planning for mother-baby bonding. You’ll document meticulously, advocate for patient choices, and collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to optimize outcomes. You’ll have opportunities to pursue specialty certifications, participate in evidence-based practice projects, and take on mentoring or leadership possibilities as schedules and contracts extend. This position offers a competitive weekly pay range of $2,399 to $2,577, with a sign-on bonus and housing assistance available where eligible, plus the flexibility of contract extensions to align with your goals. While this assignment is travel-based, you’ll receive 24/7 support from our traveling nurse program, ensuring you’re never alone on the road or at the bedside. Please note: start date is February 16, 2026, and the duration is described in weeks; guaranteed hours are not set, so scheduling will be designed to meet patient needs and your availability while maintaining your professional balance. We are committed to empowering our nursing teams by investing in career advancement, ongoing education, and a supportive culture that respects work-life balance. Our environment emphasizes transparency, mentorship, and collaboration, with leadership accessible to help you navigate complex cases, evolving protocols, and changing patient needs. We believe that when staff feel valued and supported, patient outcomes rise and professional joy follows. You’ll join a network that celebrates diversity, encourages innovation, and understands that your growth fuels the entire organization’s ability to deliver compassionate, state-of-the-art care. If you’re ready to bring exceptional obstetric care to families while exploring new corners of the country and building lasting professional relationships, apply today. This is your moment to join a team that honors your expertise, supports your development, and believes in the impact you can have — one birth, one family, one bright future at a time. Privacy & Consent By applying, you agree to TLC Healthforce's Privacy Policy and consent to receive job-related text messages; message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out. About TLC Nursing TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S. ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions. Why Travelers Choose TLC Competitive weekly pay Fast credentialing 24/7 recruiter & clinical support Nationwide assignments Referral Bonus Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required. EEO Statement TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Nice To Haves

specialty certifications
participate in evidence-based practice projects
take on mentoring or leadership possibilities as schedules and contracts extend

Responsibilities

provide comprehensive obstetric nursing care from triage through delivery and postpartum
initial assessments
continuous fetal monitoring as indicated
labor support
administration of medications and analgesia
assisting with vaginal births and cesarean deliveries
neonatal stabilization
lactation support
thorough postpartum planning for mother-baby bonding
document meticulously
advocate for patient choices
collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to optimize outcomes