Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN
Santa Maria, CA
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,126/week

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Overview

Start Date03/30/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

12% higher than average Registered Nurse / Labor and Delivery Nurse pay in California

Estimated total pay

$3,126/week

Description

Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Nurse

Location: Santa Maria, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Seeking an experienced Labor and Delivery nurse for a travel contract in California. The role involves working in a busy labor and delivery unit with a variety of patient types including high-risk deliveries, antepartum, substance abuse cases, pre-eclampsia, and insulin-dependent diabetics.

Work Environment & Details

Unit: Labor & Delivery / Postpartum
Beds: 14 Labor & Delivery beds, 6 triage beds, 28 postpartum beds
Births: Approximately 250 births per month
Nurse-to-patient ratios: 2:1 in labor, 1:4 in couplet care following AWOHNN guidelines
Shifts: 12-hour shifts (7am-7pm or 7pm-7am)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Call Requirement: No call, but may be on standby
Holidays: Worked in rotation with permanent staff
Orientation: 3 shifts floor-specific orientation
Floating: Must float to postpartum; postpartum nurses do not float to labor & delivery
C-section Experience: Required to circulate for C-sections; scrubbing experience preferred
Common Diagnoses: Any gestational age, antepartum, high-risk deliveries, substance abuse, pre-eclampsia, insulin-dependent diabetes

Required Certifications & Licenses

Active California RN License
BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
AWOHNN (Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses) Advanced Certification
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

Additional Information

Advanced Fetal Monitoring experience required
COVID-19 vaccination required
EMR system: Cerner
Fetal Heart Monitoring system: Fetal Link
Charge nurse duties may be assigned but typically do not include patient assignments
Nurse aides and OB tech support available on day and night shifts
No ventilators or IV team on unit
Respiratory therapy and pharmacy available 24/7
Scrub colors provided for nurses and OB techs

Experience Requirements

Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery nursing experience
C-section circulating experience required

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for a Labor and Delivery RN with at least 2 years of experience, required certifications, and the ability to work 12-hour shifts with weekend rotation. The role includes caring for a diverse patient population in a busy unit with a strong support team.

Employer

Olaro

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13 nurses recommend working with Olaro

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Pros

Very friendly, extremely helpful and patient, explains the steps needed well and clearly. Very understanding and kind. Dave always made sure to keep in contact and help control my fears as I started my first travel assignment.

Cons

None.

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Olaro Company Description
Olaro is a trusted partner in healthcare staffing, connecting nurses and allied healthprofessionals with opportunities nationwide. For over 35 years, we’ve helped cliniciansexpand their horizons by matching them with assignments that fit their lifestyle, careergoals, and personal ambitions.
At Olaro, we value your expertise and support your growth at every step. We offercompetitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and access to diverse clinical experiencesthat build your skills and open doors to new possibilities. With 24/7 support, streamlinedonboarding, and a team committed to your success, you’ll always have a proven guideby your side.
Whether you want to explore new locations, broaden your clinical experience, orachieve better work–life balance, Olaro provides the flexibility and support to help youthrive. Join us, and let’s shape the future of healthcare together.

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