Travel L&D​/Postpartum RN

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

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery/Postpartum position requiring a CA RN license and advanced fetal monitoring certification.

• Acute care setting in a Labor & Delivery/Postpartum unit
• Unit includes 7 L&D beds, 4 triage beds, 2 overflow beds, and 27 postpartum beds with a 5-bed nursery
• Handles approximately 3 births per day and 1,545 births per year
• Patient population includes high-risk deliveries of any gestational age, EMT drop-offs, substance withdrawal cases, and a large Spanish-speaking population
• Patients with no prenatal care are treated, with transfer to another facility if higher acuity care is needed
• Follows AWHONN staffing ratio guidelines
• Uses Cerner EMR with Fetal Link fetal heart monitoring system integration
• Philips telemetry monitors used; no ventilator management required
• Night shift schedule, 7pm-7:30am, 12-hour shifts
• Every other weekend rotation required, with 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule
• On-call is optional but preferred
• L&D nurses float to postpartum and NICU for grower/feeder care; postpartum nurses float to L&D and may assist in NICU
• OB/Neonatologist available in-house or on-call 24/7 with a 30-minute response time
• Respiratory Therapy and Pharmacy available 24/7
• No IV team on-site
• Charge or shift manager present on both L&D and PP units, with resource nurses covering breaks
• OB techs support with c-section scrubbing, deliveries, supply stocking, and patient intake

• Active CA RN license required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, and Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AWHONN intermediate or advanced); STABLE certification preferred
• 2-3 years of RN experience required
• Must be able to circulate for c-section cases; scrubbing experience not required
• L&D nurses must have prior postpartum experience
• At least one prior travel contract preferred
• COVID vaccine required
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

• Provide direct patient care across L&D and postpartum units, including high-risk deliveries and newborn care
• Navy scrub color required
• Floor-specific orientation consists of 3 shifts
• Holiday coverage required, typically one major and one minor holiday, worked alongside permanent staff
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-748420. 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 - 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.