Travel Nurse RN - Labor & Delivery - in Fullerton, CA

Job Summary

Registered Nurse (RN) | Labor & Delivery

Location: Fullerton, CA

Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

Pay: $68 to $74 per hour (initial rate $70 per hour)

Shift Information: Nights – 3 days × 12 hours

Contract Duration: 13 weeks

Start Date: ASAP (04‑07‑2026)

End Date: 07‑07‑2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night, 3x12‑hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, rotating schedule with weekends (every other, may exceed to meet unit needs)

Hours per Week: 38

• Perform sterile vaginal exams independently and confidently, following hard‑stop requirements
• Triage obstetrical patients and prioritize care based on clinical urgency
• Continuously monitor fetal status using external and internal fetal monitoring and interpret tracings
• Provide skilled intrapartum care including assistance with vaginal deliveries, forceps/vacuum, and C‑section circulation/scrub/recovery
• Manage neonatal care in the delivery room – APGARs, cord sampling, radiant warmer management and initial newborn assessment
• Administer and manage IV therapies, blood products, and infusion drips (e.g., magnesium sulfate, oxytocin, insulin)
• Document care accurately in Epic (charting required) and coordinate interdisciplinary support
• Support postpartum care, breastfeeding/lactation coaching, and couplet care with compassion and expertise

• Active RN license in California (pending licenses are NOT accepted)
• Minimum ~2 years Labor & Delivery experience (1.5 years is a hard stop; candidates under 2 may be considered depending on experience)
• AWHONN Advanced certification is required (hard‑stop PASS requirement)
• Current ACLS, BCLS (BLS) and NRP certifications required
• Proven ability to perform sterile vaginal exams independently without supervision
• Epic charting experience required;
  Meditech familiarity is a plus
• Comfort and experience assisting with C‑sections, neonatal resuscitation, and high‑risk deliveries
• Willingness to float to Mother‑Baby as needed

• Labor & Delivery management and antepartum/postpartum care
• External and internal fetal monitoring, IUPC and spiral electrode placement
• C‑section assistance (scrub/circulate/recover) and sterile technique
• Neonatal resuscitation and newborn assessment (APGARs, thermoregulation, cord care)
• IV therapy, starting/maintaining IVs, blood administration and infusion pump management
• Medications commonly used in L&D (magnesium sulfate, oxytocin/Pitocin, insulin drips, tocolytics)
• Obstetrical triage and recognition/treatment of abnormal fetal heart rate patterns
• Breastfeeding/lactation support and couplet care principles

• Generous housing stipend and travel assistance to help you settle in quickly
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401(k) retirement savings plan so you can plan for the future
• Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Paid Time Off to recharge after those meaningful shifts
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Referral bonus program – bring talented friends and be rewarded
• A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical expertise
• Free on‑site parking to make commutes easier

Fullerton sits in the heart of Orange County – when you're off duty you can explore the Fullerton Arboretum, stroll vintage shops and great eateries in downtown Fullerton, or catch a show at the historic Fox Fullerton Theatre. You're minutes from major attractions such as Disneyland, Anaheim's entertainment district, Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, and plenty of Southern California beaches for weekend chill time.

Outdoor lovers can day‑trip to the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve or hike in nearby Whiting Ranch Wilderness. Local coffee shops, museums, and cultural spots make it easy to enjoy your downtime.

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful.