Travel Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse - $3,339 per week

American Traveler; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance (

Job summary

American Traveler seeks an experienced Travel RN in Labor & Delivery for work in Folsom, California. The role features a 13-week assignment, 36 hours per week, and 12-hour night shifts with regular weekend/holiday rotations. Requires CA RN license and advanced perinatal certifications.

Responsibilities include labor support, delivery, postpartum care, and potential C-sections in a busy family birthing center.

Qualifications

• Active California RN license required at time of consideration.
• Current certifications ACLS, BLS, NRP and AWHONN/EFM are required.
• Experience in Labor & Delivery or OR circulating is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide labor, delivery, postpartum and mother-baby care in an acute setting.
• Support C-sections and neonatal stabilization as part of the team.
• Utilize Cerner EMR and participate in round-the-clock patient care.
• Maintain patient safety with sterile technique and fetal monitoring.

Education

CA RN license

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

NRP Certification

AWHONN/EFM Certification

Job description

Travel Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse - $3,339 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Start Date: 01/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery/Mother-Baby role in an acute care setting requiring a CA RN license and advanced perinatal certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute Family Birthing Center with Labor & Delivery, Mother/Baby, and LDRP beds
• Unit includes OBED, LDRP, overflow postpartum beds, and an OR suite for C-sections
• Handles 70–80 births per month and frequent NST antepartum testing cases
• Typical ratios are 1:2 for labor, 1:1 at delivery, and 1:4 for mother/baby couplets
• NICU available with 2 beds for newborn stabilization; preterm patients under 35 weeks are transferred to higher level care
• Shift is 12-hour nights with every other weekend and holiday rotation with core staff
• RNs may be required to float to other local facilities as needed
• May be placed on-call or standby for scheduled shifts with a 30-minute callback expectation
• Cerner EMR is used, and experience is preferred
• RNs are responsible for labor support, delivery, postpartum couplet care, and assisting with C-sections
• No CNAs; an OB Tech and charge nurse or nurse shift manager are available every shift
• OB physician is on-site 24/7; anesthesia is on call and present as needed for epidurals
• Respiratory therapists attend all deliveries and handle any required respiratory support
• Must be able to manage emergency situations and titrate medications as needed
• Will participate in a team environment focused on safe, family-centered perinatal care
• Sterile technique testing (Foley/central line) and Relias Dysrhythmia exam must be passed during orientation

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience, with at least 1 year in LDRP or solid L&D experience with OR circulating
• Current ACLS, BLS, NRP, and Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AWHONN/EFM) certifications
• Experience with titrating pitocin and insulin drips required
• Must be comfortable with NRP at delivery due to absence of in-house pediatric coverage
• Two professional references: one supervisor reference from within the last 12 months and one reference (peer or supervisor) from within the last 3 years
• Copy of driver’s license required for consideration
• Must not have been employed by any CommonSpirit/CHI/Dignity facility in the last 12 months
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-648525. 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.