Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse
Houston, TX
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,160/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Labor and Delivery (L&D) Specialist in Houston, Texas. This position involves providing comprehensive care to patients during labor, delivery, and postpartum stages within a busy maternal assessment unit. The role is essential in supporting safe and effective maternal and neonatal outcomes in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Job Details
- Position Description: Responsible for clinical care and data collection in the Labor and Delivery unit, including vaginal deliveries, Cesarean sections, and postpartum care.
- Location: Woman's Hospital of Texas, Houston, Texas
- Shift Time: Nights
- Shift Hours: 12 hours
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
- Required Qualifications: Certifications include BLS, ACLS, and NRP. Education requirements include a relevant healthcare certification or degree. Location requirement is Houston, Texas. Experience requirement: 0 years.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Electronic Fetal Monitoring, Cesarean Section circulation, placement of FSE and IUPC, and familiarity with protocols for Pitocin, Magnesium Sulfate, Hydralazine, and Labetalol.
- Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Candidates must have completed AWHONN Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring. Unit policies and protocols include guidelines for Pitocin and Cervical Ripening, Magnesium Sulfate, Hydralazine, and Labetalol. The department features new equipment and a highly experienced staff, offering a dynamic working environment in a competitive market.
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 Houston, TX
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Houston, TX here's what you should know:- Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).
- Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.
- Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
- Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.
- Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
- Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.
- Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.
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