Labor and Delivery RN
Crescent City, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,933/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care49 beds
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Labor & Delivery RN for a rural LDRP setting requiring CA RN licensure and fetal monitoring expertise.
Details
- Family Birth Center providing labor and delivery, postpartum, and newborn care including newborn stabilization for transport
- Rural LDRP setting averaging approximately 225 births annually
- Patient ratio of 1:4
- Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 07:00-19:00
- Every other weekend required
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, and Fetal Monitoring
- AWHONN Advanced and AWHONN Intermediate certifications preferred
- 5 years of Labor & Delivery experience required
- Community hospital experience preferred
- Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and administration of blood and blood products
- Experience assisting with high risk and vaginal deliveries, including forceps/vacuum extraction
- Proficient in fetal monitoring including external and internal fetal monitoring and IUPC placement
- Experience with postpartum care including cesarean section, couplet care, and postpartum hemorrhage management
- Skilled in newborn care including newborn assessment, thermoregulation, and phototherapy
- Experience managing high-risk medications including Magnesium Sulfate, Pitocin, and Terbutaline
- 2 supervisor references obtained within the past year required
Additional Information
- Provide comprehensive care across labor and delivery, postpartum, and newborn services in a team-oriented environment
- Assist with high risk antepartum care, triage of obstetrical patients, and NSTs
- Support breastfeeding and lactation, baby-friendly protocols, and discharge teaching to parents
- Perform neonatal care in the delivery room including APGAR scoring and cord sample collection
- Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request allowed
- Holiday coverage required for New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
- Must complete lab work within 3-5 days of contract signing
- Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at the local rate
- Returning staff must have a one-year separation before returning as a traveler
- First-time travelers are not preferred for this position
Facility
Sutter Coast Hospital
2 nurses recommend working with Sutter Coast Hospital
Pros
Very helpful and friendly nurses
Cons
Affordable cost of living and good nurse patient ratio
- Short Term Acute Care
- 49 beds
Employer
American Traveler
84 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I have absolutely nothing negative to say about Ms. Sebrona! She stayed close by and did her very best to get my foot in the door as a first time traveler! I appreciate her so much!!!
Cons
None
Recommends working with 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.
About Crescent City, CA
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Crescent City, CA here's what you should know:- Crescent City's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 64°F, and winter lows are around 41°F.
- Short term rentals may be limited, but options are available.
- It may require some effort to find suitable furnished housing.
- Crescent City is car-friendly due to its smaller size, but public transportation options are limited.
- The population is relatively diverse, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
- There is a small population of travel nurses.
- Crescent City offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, and beachcombing.
- There are also some local restaurants and opportunities to enjoy art and music events.
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