Travel Labor and Delivery RN (Registered Nurse) Night Shift

Job Description & Requirements Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Sacramento, California.

Specialty: Labor and Delivery

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 10/13/2026

Duration: 14 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours, nights

Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary Labor and Delivery Nurse Family Birthing Center, Responsible for providing specialized care to mothers and newborns in a high-volume Family Birthing Center, performing patient assessments, assisting with labor and delivery, and ensuring safety during high-risk and standard labor cases. This role involves working with a team in a 13-bed unit, including OR suites and high-risk patient management, with coverage for nights and holidays.

Job Details Required Qualifications: Certifications: ACLS (American Heart Association), Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AWHONN), BLS (American Heart Association), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program); Education: No specific degree required; Location: Must have valid license to submit; Experience: 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience; Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience circulating C-sections, in-house OB physicians and anesthesia, and previous float experience to Mother-Baby or Level 1 nursery.

Responsibilities: Manage standard and high-risk labor patients, triage OB patients as appropriate, collaborate with OB physicians and anesthesia staff, and respond to emergency situations including C-sections. Maintain documentation in Cerner electronic medical record system.

Certifications: ACLS, AWHONN Advanced Fetal Monitoring, BLS, NRP required at submission.

Schedule: Night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM; every third weekend and rotating holidays. Extra shifts available; floating to Mother-Baby or Level 1 nursery if candidate has relevant experience.

Additional Information: Floor-specific orientation (2-3 days depending on skill set), unit handles 90-100 births per month, manages standard and high-risk pregnancies, and triages OB patients at 20 weeks or greater. No on-call requirement for travelers; shifts can be canceled as per hospital policy.

Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

Private housing or generous housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage

Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1325005. 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: Registered Nurse / Labor And Delivery Department

About Cross Country Nurses You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits 401k retirement plan

Referral bonus

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