Travel Labor & Delivery/Postpartum RN - $3,031 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• 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: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery/Postpartum (L&D/PP) position requiring at least 2 years of L&D/PP experience and the ability to circulate for C-sections.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting with 9 L&D beds and 4 postpartum beds
• Unit averages approximately 55 births per month
• Patient population includes 34 weeks gestation and above, including high-risk deliveries; birth plans are closely followed
• Staffing ratios follow AWHONN guidelines
• Charting is done in Cerner EMR
• Fetal monitoring system used is Fetal Link
• Telemetry system is Phillips
• Respiratory therapy available 24/7; pharmacy available on-site until 10pm, with after-hours coverage provided by an off-site pharmacy
• OB/Neonatologist is on call (not in-house)
• OB tech support provided on both day and night shifts
• Charge nurse is available and does not carry a patient assignment
• 12-hour night shifts, 6pm–6am
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Travelers are first to float between L&D and Postpartum units

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required; must be active at time of consideration — pending licenses not accepted
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AWHONN); all must be active — pending certifications not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of experience in both L&D and Postpartum required
• Must be able to circulate for C-sections
• COVID vaccine required
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Valid driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Candidates must have experience in both L&D and Postpartum, as floating between the two units is expected
• Prior travel nursing experience is preferred
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Floor-specific orientation consists of 3 shifts; total orientation is 12 hours
• Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates placed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered
• Holiday shifts are integrated into the permanent staff rotation
• Scrubs are provided by the hospital
• Local candidates are accepted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-708677. 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

About American Traveler

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.

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