Labor & Delivery RN
Redding, CA
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Nights
$3,183/weekOverview
- Start Date08/04/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Registered Nurse – Family Birthing Center
Location: Redding, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
Seeking an experienced Labor & Delivery (L/D) RN for a travel assignment in a Family Birthing Center. The unit includes 19 postpartum beds, 12 L&D beds, 2 ORs, and 1 PACU. The facility manages low and high-risk deliveries and has a Level III NICU.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in California
- Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience, including experience within the last year
- Experience in Charge roles
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), Advanced Fetal Monitoring, AWHONN
- COVID-19 vaccination required (with certification)
Work Details
- Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM), 36 hours per week
- Weekend requirement: 3 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule (Saturday/Sunday days; Friday/Saturday nights)
- Holiday work as part of permanent staff rotation
- Nurse-to-patient ratios follow California regulations, ranging from 1:4 to 1:1
- No nurse aides; OB techs handle scrubbing and desk coverage
- No ventilator patients; RT and pharmacy available 24/7
- Laborist (OB physician) available in-house 24/7
- Floating to Pediatrics (couplets) and NICU feeders/growers only if experienced
- Orientation: 2-3 shifts depending on circulating experience (circulating not required)
- EMR systems used: Cerner and Fetal Link for fetal monitoring
- Dysrhythmia test (pass/fail) required on day one for L&D, Telemetry, Emergency, and Critical Care RNs
- Scrub color provided by the hospital
Patient Population & Care
- Care for low and high-risk deliveries
- Transfer out babies with known congenital defects requiring immediate surgery
- Peak patient volume in July and October
- Common diagnoses consistent with family birthing and postpartum care
Additional Notes
- Charge nurse roles include clinical supervisor (6-7 days) and staff team lead; nurse manager works Monday-Friday
- No telemetry patients on this unit
- Floating assignments limited and based on prior experience
- 12-hour night shifts every other week (EOW) with first priority to float
This position is ideal for an experienced L&D RN seeking a travel assignment in a specialized birthing center with a supportive team and comprehensive resources.
Employer
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About Redding, CA
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Redding, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Redding, CA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 90-100°F, while winter lows average around 30-40°F.
- Redding experiences long summers and mild winters.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Redding, CA, with options available for furnished housing.
- Redding is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Redding has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Redding offers a variety of activities including exploring Turtle Bay Exploration Park, visiting the Sundial Bridge, and enjoying outdoor activities at Shasta Lake and Whiskeytown Lake.
- There are also options for dining, art, music, and sports in the area.
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