Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Sacramento, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,500/week

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$3,500/week
  • Estimated taxable pay
    $1,848/week
  • Estimated non-taxable stipends
    $1,652/week

Benefits

  • Medical benefits
  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

Qualifications

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  • Resume

Description

RN – Labor & Delivery / Family Birthing Center

Job ID: 984673
Facility: Methodist Hospital of Sacramento
Location: Sacramento, CA 95823
Positions: 2
Shift: Nights (12-hour)
Start Date: 01/06/2026
Duration: 13 Weeks
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hrs/week
Charting: Cerner

 

Unit Details – Family Birthing Center (LDRP)

  • Unit Type: L&D / Postpartum / OB / LDRP
  • Beds:
    • 10 L&D beds
    • 2 C-section OR suites
    • 3 OB-ED triage + 3 antepartum testing
    • 12 postpartum beds
  • Birth Volume: 100–150 births/month
  • Ratios:
    • Couplet: 1:3–4
    • L&D: 1:1–1:2
    • Antepartum: 1:1–3
  • High-risk unit, full-scope LDRP care
  • All RNs must be able to circulate C-sections

Required Experience / Skills

  • Minimum 2 years recent L&D experience
  • Must be able to:
    • Circulate all C-sections
    • Float to Mother/Baby
    • Manage full LDRP start-to-finish care
    • Interpret fetal monitoring (GE Corometric – Fetalink)
    • Read mom EKG strips in PACU
    • Titrate Pitocin
  • Can your candidate “catch the baby”? (NRP baby-catcher role) – Confirm at submittal
  • Couplet care experience required

Certifications Required

  • AHA BLS
  • ACLS
  • NRP
  • Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AWHONN-Advanced)
  • STABLE preferred

Staffing & Support

  • OB surgical techs on unit
  • OB hospitalist 24/7
  • Neonatologist on call 24/7
  • Anesthesia in-house 24/7
  • RT: No vents
  • Charge RN available; usually non-patient-taking

Scheduling / Float / Other

  • Shift starts 06:45, bedside report
  • OT & extra shifts available
  • EOW + rotate holidays
  • Call response time: 30 minutes
  • Floating: May float to other Sacramento sister facilities (rare mid-shift float)
  • Scrubs provided

Employer

First Connect Health

About
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
  • Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
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Travel jobs$512–6,500/week
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About Sacramento, CA

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Sacramento, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than many other California cities, closer to the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs around 94°F and lows around 60°F.
  • Average winter highs around 54°F and lows around 38°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Plenty of options for short term rentals, relatively easy to find due to the lower cost of living compared to other California cities.
Transportation
  • Car-friendly city with relatively easy traffic.
  • Limited public transportation options compared to larger cities.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of trees.
  • Sacramento has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Abundance of restaurants, gastropubs, and breweries.
  • Rich art and cultural scene with museums like the Crocker Art Museum.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games of the Sacramento Kings.
  • Plenty of outdoor activities in the city's large parks and recreation areas.
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