Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Long Beach, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Labor and Delivery
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 11 / 10 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Mother Baby position in a labor and delivery / postpartum unit requiring current CA RN licensure and C-section circulation experience.
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Position is in the Maternal Child unit (L&D / PP) in an acute care hospital settingUnit includes 8 L&D beds (6 overflow), 7 triage beds, and 40 postpartum beds covering mother / baby, antepartum, and GYN patientsHandles 1800-2000 births per year with common cases including high-risk pregnancies, multiples, vacuum deliveries, and VBACsStaffing ratios are 1 : 2 for active labor, 1 : 1 for delivery, 1 : 3 in triage, and 1 : 4 couplets in postpartumRequires ability to float to Postpartum unit as neededWorks 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend requiredNo on-call required, but additional call may be picked up if desiredEMR system used is Cerner; prior Cerner experience is requiredServe a diverse maternity population including high-risk and standard L&D casesRole involves circulating for C-sections and supporting admissions, assessments, and postpartum careTeam support includes charge nurse, OB techs, laborist, anesthesia, NICU RN, neonatologist, RT, and pharmacy coverage 24 / 7Participate in orientation with 1-2 shifts alongside a preceptorNavy scrubs required for Mother / Baby and Postpartum; L&D scrubs provided by facilityRotating holiday coverage with core staff is expectedFacility is certified as Baby FriendlyReturning travelers must not have worked at a facility associated with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity within the past year\n \n Requirements\n
Active CA RN license required at time of applicationMinimum of 2 years recent L&D and postpartum RN experience requiredCurrent BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AFM) certifications requiredMust have proven experience circulating C-sectionsTwo professional references required : one from a supervisor within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the last 3 years\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-623183. 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 - Mother Baby
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.
