Travel Registered Nurse L&D Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse – Labor and Delivery, Bakersfield, California, United States. Start date 09/14/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment. Weekly pay ranges from $2,559 to $2,795 per week. 36 hours per week on 12-hour night shifts (3 nights per week) in an inpatient care setting supporting obstetric patients. This assignment is a temporary travel position with a focus on coordinated, high-quality nursing care and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,559–$2,795 (per week)
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour nights, three nights per week
- Start date: 09/14/2026
- Setting: inpatient labor and delivery care
- Extension opportunities and dedicated assignment support

Responsibilities
- Deliver coordinated nursing care for a patient or assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process.
- Assess patient status, develop and implement care plans, document care, and evaluate outcomes.
- Supervise and direct activities of various levels of nursing staff; provide guidance and supervision as needed.
- Coordinate care with obstetric, anesthesia, and other disciplines to ensure safe, efficient patient flow.
- Apply critical thinking, professional judgment, and independent decision-making in patient management.
- Maintain patient safety, comfort, and privacy while documenting care in the medical record.

Requirements
- Current nursing license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the United States (state requirements apply).
- Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality care in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work the assigned 12-hour night shift schedule and adapt to a travel assignment environment.
- Knowledge of the nursing process and standard obstetric care practices.
- Commitment to patient safety, infection control, and professional standards.

Benefits and Support
- Competitive weekly pay
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Fast credentialing
- Housing assistance
- Nationwide assignments
- Extension opportunities

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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