Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse
Santa Monica, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,980/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date11/09/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration16 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,980/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary
Labor and Delivery (L&D) Nurse in a beachside acute care hospital. This position involves providing high-risk pregnancy monitoring, assisting with vaginal deliveries, circulating for C-sections, and performing postpartum and newborn care. The role requires a flexible and experienced nurse capable of floating between units as needed.

Job Details

  • Required Qualifications: Licensure as an RN, 2 years of experience in Labor and Delivery, ACLS, AWHONN Advanced certifications or NCC Electronic Fetal Heart Monitoring (EFM), BLS, NRP, and Fetal Heart monitoring skills.
  • Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
  • Responsibilities: Assist with vaginal deliveries, circulate during C-sections, work in a busy hospital delivering approximately 200-300 babies monthly, monitor high-risk pregnancies, and provide postpartum and newborn care.
  • Certifications and Skills: Ability to work in an operating room during C-sections with standard equipment, assist during labor and delivery, and work with high-risk antepartum patients.
  • Additional Information: Will float to postpartum if needed; local radius is 50 miles. Must be able to work in an OR suite during C-section procedures.

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
Cross Country Job ID #1331052. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Labor And Delivery Department

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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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.

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About Santa Monica, CA

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Santa Monica, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Santa Monica's cost of living is higher than the national average.
  • Wages may be higher to match the increased cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs are around 75-85°F, while winter lows are around 45-55°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available, but they may be more expensive and in high demand due to the popular tourist destination.
Transportation
  • Santa Monica is car-friendly, but also has a well-developed public transportation system with buses and light rail.
Demographics
  • 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.
Things to Do
  • 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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