Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse
Santa Monica, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,635/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary: Labor And Delivery (L&D) Registered Nurse Santa Monica, CA
A Labor and Delivery (L&D) Registered Nurse position is available in an acute care HCF in Santa Monica, CA, supporting high-risk antepartum and labor needs, including fetal heart monitoring and labor and delivery care. The role includes C-section support and may require floating to postpartum as needed, including postpartum couplet care when appropriate. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights, 12 hours per shift, minimum 36 hours per week, with weekend coverage required every other weekend.
- Required Qualifications: Current California RN licensure (CA license must be in hand); BLS (AHA); ACLS (AHA); NRP; AWHONN Advanced (or NCC acceptable in lieu); FHM (as listed); EFM (as listed); minimum 2 years of experience (as specified); ability to work in an OR suite during C-section (standard equipment).
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience assisting with vaginal delivery; experience circulating for C-sections; experience providing high-risk antepartum and labor and delivery care; experience supporting newborn role at delivery and postpartum couplet care.
- Additional Information: No on-call required; floating to postpartum may be required. Participation in the units newborn role and postpartum couplet care may be needed based on staffing and coverage requirements. Must be able to perform responsibilities that include fetal heart monitoring and high-risk pregnancy monitoring, as applicable to assignment.
Benefits: The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Santa Monica, CA
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Santa Monica, CA here's what you should know:- Santa Monica's cost of living is higher than the national average.
- Wages may be higher to match the increased cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 75-85°F, while winter lows are around 45-55°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but they may be more expensive and in high demand due to the popular tourist destination.
- Santa Monica is car-friendly, but also has a well-developed public transportation system with buses and light rail.
- Santa Monica is diverse with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal location.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities.
- Santa Monica offers a variety of activities including beachfront restaurants, art galleries at Bergamot Station, live music, water sports, and outdoor activities like hiking and biking.
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