RN – Labor & Delivery (L&D)

HiredFirst; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

HiredFirst in California is seeking a Registered Nurse for Labor & Delivery on a 13-week contract. The role covers night shifts (12-hour) with 36-48 hours weekly, floating to NICU and Postpartum as needed.

You will provide L&D care, assist with deliveries, coordinate care, educate patients and families, and supervise staff. Requirements include an active RN license, BLS/CPR, ACLS, NRP, FHM, and BSN preferred. Vaccinations expected.

Qualifications

• Active RN license (state of practice) required.
• BLS/CPR (AHA or ARC) required.
• ACLS (AHA or ARC) required.
• NRP (AHA or ARC) required.
• Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide L&D care; assess, plan, implement, evaluate (mother & fetus/FHM).
• Assist with deliveries/C-sections; support neonatal stabilization.
• Coordinate care, delegate, and supervise staff.
• Collaborate with team; educate patients/families; support discharge.

Skills

Night shift

Team coordination

Care supervision

Education

BSN: Preferred

Job description

RN - Labor & Delivery (L&D) (Contract)
Location: California 93301
Contract Length: 13 Weeks (05/11/2026 - 08/09/2026)
Pay: $2,605 - $2,917/week

Schedule:

Night Shift (12-hour shifts)

36-48 hours per week

Floating to NICU and Postpartum (PP) as needed

Position Summary & Responsibilities (Concise)

Provide L&D care; assess, plan, implement, evaluate (mother & fetus/FHM)

Assist with deliveries/C-sections; support neonatal stabilization

Coordinate care, delegate, and supervise staff

Collaborate with team; educate patients/families; support discharge

Requirements

Education & Experience:

BSN: Preferred

Licensure & Certifications:

Active RN License (state of practice): Required

BLS/CPR (AHA or ARC): Required

ACLS (AHA or ARC): Required

NRP (AHA or ARC): Required

Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM): Required

Additional Notes

Call required for surgical techs only (manager discretion)

Weekend requirements vary by FTE

Vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions may apply)