Travel Labor & Delivery RN

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

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/04/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 4, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 13-week Labor & Delivery travel assignment in a Level II trauma acute care hospital, requiring a minimum of 2 years of L&D charge or nurse manager experience and an active CA RN license.

• Position is located in the Family Birth Center (L&D unit) of an acute care hospital with a Level II trauma designation and an onsite Level III NICU
• Unit includes 12 L&D beds, 19 postpartum beds, 2 ORs, and 1 PACU
• Patient population includes low- and high-risk deliveries; transfers out if baby has a known congenital defect requiring immediate surgery
• Patient ratios follow California state mandated ratios (1:4 to 1:1)
• EMR is Cerner;
  Fetal Link is used for fetal heart monitoring surveillance
• Phillips system used for fetal heart monitoring (no telemetry)
• 12-hour night shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Every other weekend required; weekend shifts are Friday/Saturday nights and Saturday/Sunday days
• Travelers are first to float; floating may include Peds (postpartum couplets) and NICU (feeders and growers only, if prior NICU experience exists)
• No ventilator or IV team responsibilities
• Respiratory therapy and pharmacy available 24/7
• Laborist (OB physician) on-site 24/7
• OB techs provide scrub and desk coverage; no nurse aides on unit

• Active CA RN license required; pending licenses will not be accepted
• Active certifications required (no pending certifications accepted): BLS, ACLS, NRP, and Advanced AWHONN Fetal Monitoring
• COVID vaccination required
• Minimum 2 years of L&D charge nurse or L&D nurse manager experience required
• Cerner EMR experience beneficial given unit use
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both must include dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

• Candidates must pass a proctored Dysrhythmia exam prior to offer confirmation
• A Pass/Fail sterile technique test (Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes) is administered on the first day of orientation
• Floor-specific orientation consists of 2–3 shifts depending on ability to circulate; circulating is not required
• Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any Common Spirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year are not eligible
• Holiday coverage is integrated into the permanent staff holiday rotation
• Hospital scrubs are provided
• Candidates are not currently employees at local rates — local candidates may be accepted; contact for details
• Peak census periods are in July and October

American Traveler Job  #P-726505. 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.