Travel Labor and Delivery RN

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

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Labor and Delivery position requiring a CA RN license, AWHONN Advanced certification, and at least 3 years of L&D experience.

• Labor and Delivery unit within an acute care hospital with 356 staffed beds
• Facility averages 200-300 births per month
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 7:00 to 19:30
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Flexibility required to work weekends depending on contract length
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required to Mother Baby unit and to a sister facility in San Pedro
• Uses Epic for charting
• Scrubs of any color permitted
• Free parking available

• Active CA RN license required
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NRP, and AWHONN Advanced (C-EFM accepted in lieu of AWHONN Advanced)
• Minimum 3 years of Labor and Delivery experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required, with 2-day floor orientation provided
• LTAC experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Skilled in labor and delivery management including vaginal delivery assistance, C-section circulation/scrub, forceps/vacuum extraction, and hemorrhage/shock management
• Experience with antepartum, postpartum, newborn, and high-risk OB patient care
• Experience with fetal monitoring including external and internal fetal monitoring and IUPC placement
• Experience with pain management modalities including epidural, IV conscious sedation, and PCA
• Preceptor experience preferred
• Charge RN experience preferred

• Supports high-risk and low-risk antepartum, labor and delivery, LDRP, and mother/baby patient populations
• Responsible for newborn care including APGAR scoring, neonatal resuscitation, and thermoregulation
• Provides postpartum care including breastfeeding support, fundus/lochia/perineum care, and wound assessment
• Manages patients with conditions such as pre-eclampsia, HELLP syndrome, placenta previa, and preterm labor
• Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• RTO requests must be submitted upfront prior to consideration; post-offer RTO changes may not be accommodated
• Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at a lower bill rate
• Former permanent staff may return after a 3-month waiting period and must reside outside a 50-mile radius from the facility
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Two supervisory references covering at least 1 year of experience within the last 3 years are required

American Traveler Job  #P-766369. 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.