Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Redding, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$3,295/weekOverview
- Start Date08/04/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
This opportunity is for a Labor and Delivery (L&D) Charge Nurse position at a healthcare facility located in Redding, California. The role involves working in the Family Birth Center, providing specialized care for both low and high-risk deliveries, including patients with congenital defects requiring immediate surgery. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. The position starts on 08/04/2026 and offers 12-hour night shifts during every other weekend, with a first-to-float policy and holiday rotation.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, every other weekend, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), Advanced Fetal Monitoring certification, COVID vaccine certification, and a valid license to submit. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of L&D charge or L&D nurse manager experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Cerner electronic medical record system and Fetal Link surveillance system.
- Staffing and Orientation: Orientation typically consists of 3 shifts if circulating, otherwise 2 shifts; circulating role is not mandatory. Floating may include Pediatric patients (same patients as postpartum) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) patients with prior experience.
- Additional Information: Peak staffing times occur in July and October. The hospital can cancel up to 4 shifts within a 13-week assignment, or 3 shifts for shorter assignments. The unit operates as a level II trauma center in an acute care setting.
- Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), and certification in Advanced Fetal Monitoring are required.
- Experience: No minimum experience specified beyond the requirement of 2 years of L&D charge or nurse manager experience for the role.
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 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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