Labor & Delivery Nurse Manager
San Luis Obispo, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,680/weekOverview
- Start Date11/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Nurse Manager, Labor & Delivery San Luis Obispo, California. Provides unit-based leadership for Labor and Delivery operations, collaborating with clinical leaders, physicians, and staff to support safe, effective, patient-centered care. Supervises nursing and ancillary personnel, coordinates staffing and care activities, and promotes quality improvement and positive patient and family experiences.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree in nursing or an equivalent combination of education and related experience; active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice; supervisory experience or demonstrated supervisory skills; American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or ARC-PALS certification; American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or ARC-ALS certification; Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification; Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) certification; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor.
- Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree; five years of technical experience; Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor; clinical specialty or nursing administration certification.
- Schedule: Day shift, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Provides unit-based clinical leadership; supervises and directs nursing and ancillary personnel; coordinates patient care conferences and individualized care plans; monitors patient care activities, staffing needs, patient acuity, and quality of work; supports patient- and family-centered care; investigates and resolves patient care and operational issues; contributes to policy and procedure updates, patient safety initiatives, quality improvement activities, staff development, performance evaluations, and personnel coaching; coordinates equipment maintenance, department safety, cleanliness, documentation, and operational activities.
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
12 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
Pros
The Best most responsive recruiter at cross country. Could give 6. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ stars
Cons
None
Recommends 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 San Luis Obispo, CA
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in San Luis Obispo, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 75-80°F and winter lows of 40-45°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may be limited.
- It's recommended to start the search early.
- Car friendliness with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse community with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
- San Luis Obispo has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants, wineries, art galleries, and outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports.
- The city also hosts music and cultural events throughout the year.
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