Labor and Delivery RN
Merced, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,352/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Labor and Delivery (L/S) RN
Location: Merced, California Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: Days, 12-hour shifts (7a and 7p start times; be dressed, ready, and obtain report by start time) Hours: 36 per week
Required Qualifications
- 2 full years of experience (L/S nursing)
- Active BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN certifications
- AWHONN intermediate EFM
- Active California RN license
- Strong IV skills
- Comfort using evidence-based algorithms (travelers will meet with the perinatal safety officer)
- Ability to circulate C-sections
Unit and Assignment Details
- Unit: L&D, averaging 200 to 240 births per month
- Beds: 9 plus 7 triage beds
- Ratios: Follow AWHONN guidelines; 1:2 if patient is on magnesium
- Charge nurse: Yes, each shift
- Nurse aides: OB techs
- Floating: To postpartum
- Floor-specific orientation: 3 shifts on unit
- Online modules: Assigned during orientation, not before assignment
- Scrubs: Provided by the hospital
- Tele and vents: None
- Coverage: OB and anesthesia in house 24/7 (labor hospitalist); anesthesia on call 24/7 but not in house; RT and pharmacy 24/7
- Call: Not required, but available as an opportunity
- Scheduling: Manager cannot honor set or blocked scheduling
- Radius rule: A 50-mile radius rule applies
Weekends and Holidays
- Three weekend shifts in a four-week scheduled period (another section lists two weekends per four weeks; confirm with the recruiter)
- Holidays vary, and may be every other holiday
Patient Population and Expectations
- Common patients include high-risk transfers, antepartum patients (including magnesium), and a high Hispanic population; bilingual staff are welcome
- Epidural rates are lower than at many other hospitals
- The unit values a baby-friendly experience, including a baby nurse who helps with infant care
- Nurses must follow baby-friendly and golden hour practices, and often bathe babies in postpartum
- Hourly rounds, bedside report, and documentation are required
- A satellite Level 2 NICU is physically in the hospital but is not part of it; it attends deliveries as needed
- No circumcisions are performed
- The unit needs experienced nurses willing to teach and educate newer nurses
Employer
Host Healthcare
267 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Mikayla was great to work with. She guided me the whole way through the credentialing process, told me what to expect, and was responsive anytime I had questions. I would recommend Mikayla as a recruiter and would work with her in the future.
Cons
No cons in working with Mikayla at all.
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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About Merced, CA
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Merced, CA here's what you should know:- Merced's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower to match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high is around 95°F, and the winter average low is around 38°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching as they are not as abundant as in larger cities.
- Merced is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Merced has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Merced offers a variety of restaurants, especially with diverse cuisines.
- It has a thriving arts scene with galleries and theaters.
- Outdoor activities include hiking, biking, and water sports on nearby lakes.
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