Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse
Eureka, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,880/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Labor And Delivery (L&D) specialty nurse in a facility caring for high-risk obstetrics and a culturally diverse patient population. The position involves round-the-clock care, with a focus on supporting high-risk deliveries and postpartum patients, including assisting with cesarean sections and neonatal care. The role begins on 10/19/2026 and concludes on 01/18/2027, offering an opportunity for first-time travelers to gain valuable experience in a dynamic clinical environment.
Job Details
- Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid California state license, at least 1 year of Clinical experience, ACLS, AWHONN Intermediate, BLS, and NRP certifications, specific skills including administration of blood products, assist with high-risk delivery, sterile speculum exam, vaginal delivery, cesarean section, epidural anesthesia, postpartum hemorrhage management, fetal monitoring, neonatal care, and use of EFM.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with high-risk obstetric patients, foot care in postpartum, neonatal assessment, and maternal-newborn bonding protocols.
- Float: Float rotation may be required to meet facility needs; travelers are first to float within their scope.
- Additional Information: The position requires working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day). Applicants must include responses regarding previous work at similar facilities and provide two recent references covering one year prior to start.
- Travel Compliance: Must be able to work within 50 miles of the facility and hold a valid compact license; applicants are expected to adhere to specific scheduling and RTO policies.
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 Eureka, CA
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Eureka, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 63-64°F and winter lows of 40-43°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to limited availability.
- Car friendliness is high, with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
- Eureka has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Eureka offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for seafood.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and exploring the nearby redwood forests.
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