Travel Labor and Delivery RN

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

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/03/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Labor and Delivery RN for a night shift contract requiring a CA RN license and AWHONN Advanced certification.

• Labor and Delivery unit supporting LDRP care
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30
• Manages fetal monitoring including external and internal EFM
• Administers medications such as Magnesium Sulfate and Pitocin
• Assists with vaginal deliveries and provides neonatal care in the delivery room

• Active CA RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN Advanced
• Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience required
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and administration of blood and blood products
• Skilled in sterile vaginal exams, epidural anesthesia support, and pain management
• Experience recognizing and treating abnormal fetal heart rate patterns

• Conducts patient and family assessments encompassing physiological, spiritual, and emotional needs
• Collaborates with physicians and healthcare team to coordinate patient-centered care plans
• Delegates tasks appropriately based on scope of practice and competency
• Educates patients and families throughout labor, delivery, and postpartum care
• Documents patient care accurately in the electronic health record
• Serves as a clinical resource and mentor to newly hired staff
• Maintains a safe, therapeutic environment with a strong focus on patient safety
• Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius
• Returning staff must have a 1-year separation before returning as a traveler
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request approved per contract
• Holiday coverage includes New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
• First-time travelers not considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-769645. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Labor & Delivery

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.