Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (L&D RN)
Location: Landcaster, CA
Job Type: Travel Contract
Company: Staffing Management Group
Category: Healthcare: Nursing
Job Description Apply Now
The opportunity to join a dedicated team as a Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (L&D RN) offers a rewarding and dynamic career path for professionals passionate about maternal and infant care. This full-time role provides the chance to make a direct impact on the health and well-being of mothers and newborns, ensuring safe and positive birth experiences. As an L&D RN, you will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team, handling a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. Applicants with experience in travel nursing and a commitment to excellence in patient care are encouraged to apply by clicking the job application button.
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (L&D RN) - SummaryThe Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (L&D RN) plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive care to women before, during, and after childbirth. This position involves working 12-hour shifts, both days and nights, in a 36-hour-per-week schedule over a 16-week contract. The L&D RN will collaborate closely with obstetricians, anesthesiologists, midwives, and other nursing staff to deliver exceptional, evidence-based care throughout the childbirth process. This position requires both physical stamina and emotional resilience, ensuring patients receive the highest level of support and clinical excellence during one of life’s most significant milestones.
Duties & Responsibilities- Monitor the progress of labor and assess maternal and fetal health status using appropriate techniques and technologies
- Administer medications and manage epidural, spinal, and other pain relief interventions as prescribed
- Assist physicians and midwives during labor, delivery, and immediate postpartum care, including surgical procedures as needed
- Educate patients and their families on the labor process, postpartum care, breastfeeding, and newborn care
- Document all patient care accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR) system
- Respond promptly to any maternal or fetal complications, initiating emergency interventions when necessary
- Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and families during labor, delivery, and recovery
- Float to the Operating Room as required, assisting with cesarean sections and post-anesthesia care
- Work collaboratively with the healthcare team to develop and implement individualized patient care plans
- Maintain compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
- Be available for weekend and holiday shifts in alignment with department needs
- Competitive hourly compensation for all worked hours
- Access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance through leading national carriers
- Option for pet insurance coverage
- Weekly pay with direct deposit and W-2 processing for financial convenience
- Eligibility for 401(k) retirement plans with employer matching options
- Employee assistance programs (EAP) to support mental health and overall well-being
- Valid, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN)
- Minimum of two years of recent experience in a labor and delivery setting
- At least one year of prior travel nursing experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability to float to the Operating Room and assist with surgical procedures as assigned
- Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed
- Proficient in the use of EHR systems and strong documentation skills
- Demonstrates expertise and confidence in providing obstetric care from labor through delivery and postpartum phases
- Exhibits strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to offer compassionate support to patients and families
- Adaptable and able to work effectively in high-pressure environments
- Collaborative team player with a commitment to excellence in patient safety and care standards
- Motivated to engage in ongoing professional development within the labor and delivery specialty
- The Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (L&D RN) position is a travel contract role, offering the opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience in a supportive and professionally rewarding setting
- Working in this role provides exposure to advanced technologies and best practices in maternal and infant care
- Joining this team means being part of a collaborative, mission-driven healthcare environment focused on quality outcomes for mothers and newborns
- Applicants are encouraged to apply now by clicking the job application button to take the next step in advancing their nursing career
This employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and complies with all applicable laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.