Labor and Delivery RN
San Francisco, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,929/weekOverview
- Start Date10/06/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration14 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 6, 2026
- Length: 14 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position requiring at least 3 years of L&D experience and teaching hospital background at a high-volume birthing facility.
Details
- Labor and Delivery unit at a teaching hospital with 200-300 births per month
- Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
- Ability to circulate C-sections required
- Care spans high-risk antepartum, L&D, LDRP, Level I Nursery, and Mother/Baby settings
- Epic charting system required
- Ability to float to other UCSF facilities within a 75+ mile radius when needed
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required at time of consideration
- BSN required
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN Intermediate
- AWHONN Advanced certification preferred
- Minimum 3 years of Labor and Delivery RN experience with at least 1 year recent experience
- Post Partum experience required
- Teaching hospital experience required and must be noted in employment history
- Previous travel assignment experience required
- Two references from most recent employer required for consideration
- Skills required include IV therapy/phlebotomy, maintaining central lines, use of infusion pumps, amnioinfusion, assisting with high risk and vaginal deliveries, forceps/vacuum extraction, hemorrhage/shock management, medication administration (antihypertensives, Pitocin, Terbutaline, Magnesium Sulfate), neonatal resuscitation and care, postpartum care procedures, and fetal monitoring (external and internal, including IUPC placement)
Additional Information
- Provide comprehensive nursing care across labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care
- Support high-risk deliveries, C-section circulation and recovery, and neonatal care in the delivery room
- Deliver postpartum care including couplet care, hemorrhage management, and patient education
- Assist with pain management modalities including epidural anesthesia and PCA
- Any previous employment with University of California medical facilities or their acquired facilities must be disclosed with full employment history for rehire eligibility review
- All RTO must be disclosed and approved by the manager at time of offer; no additional requests accepted mid-contract and RTO cannot fall within the first two weeks of the assignment
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travel candidates
Facility
UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay
3 nurses recommend working with UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay
Pros
Staff is Cool Management is Chill
Cons
Stay Busy!!! Hard to find somewhere to stay.

- Short Term Acute Care
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona is a Top Notch recruiter!! She was very well organized & on top of her game!! Very responsive to all my questions. She made the hole onboarding process very smooth!! Thanks Sebrona!!
Cons
None
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.
About San Francisco, CA
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in San Francisco, CA here's what you should know:- San Francisco's cost of living is significantly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
- Wages are relatively high, but they may not fully match the increased cost of living.
- Summer average highs range from 60-70°F, while winter average lows range from 45-55°F.
- Short-term rentals can be found, but they are in high demand and may be relatively expensive.
- It's advisable to start the search early.
- San Francisco is not very car-friendly due to limited parking and heavy traffic.
- However, the city has an extensive public transportation system, including buses, trams, and the famous cable cars.
- San Francisco is a diverse city with a wide range of ages.
- Common health issues include respiratory problems due to the fog and air quality.
- It has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- San Francisco offers a plethora of activities, including diverse restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, numerous sports events, and abundant outdoor opportunities such as hiking, beach activities, and exploring parks.
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