Labor and Delivery RN
San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: San Francisco, California
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 19:00-22:30 or 22:00-7:00)
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Description

• Work primarily on Labor and Delivery unit with postpartum care responsibilities.
• Ability to circulate during C-sections.
• Must be willing to work every other weekend.
• Ability to float to other facilities within the system.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in California
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 3 years of Labor and Delivery experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience working with Maternal-Fetal patients
• Postpartum nursing experience
• Ability to circulate during C-sections
• Previous travel nursing assignment experience
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM)
  • AWHONN Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Two supervisory references from recent employment (charge nurses acceptable).
• Current and updated resume covering last 7 years; gaps of 30+ days must be explained.
• Unit-specific skills checklist, updated annually.
• Verification of 7 years work history (in-house or third-party).
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, sex offender search, and education verification.
• Primary source verification of California RN license within 30 days of start.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including physician statement of fitness to work.
• Drug screening: Standard 9-panel (excluding THC), within 30 days of start and every 2 years thereafter.
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years (no declinations accepted except medical exemptions).
  • Two negative TB tests (PPD, QuantiFERON, or T-Spot) with specific timing requirements.
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: IGG titers or 2 vaccines required.
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, series, or declination (declination must be signed within 1 year).
  • Varicella: IGG titer or 2 vaccines required (history of disease not accepted).
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or facility-specific declination required during flu season.
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (specific approved masks required); annual update required.
• Pass/fail Telemetry exam and medication test on first day of orientation.
• Completion of core competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency with passing scores (80%+), valid within 1 year prior to start.
• Completion of facility-specific learning modules prior to or on first day of orientation.
• COVID-19 vaccination is strongly recommended but not required as of current policy.

Work Environment & Additional Information

• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week.
• Must be able to work every other weekend.
• Floating to other facilities within the system may be required.
• Pass/fail testing on ECG rhythms and medication knowledge required on orientation day; multiple retakes allowed.
• Candidates must submit all required Return to Office (RTO) documents at time of offer; late submissions will not be accepted.

Summary

This is a travel contract position for an experienced Labor and Delivery RN with strong postpartum and C-section circulating skills. The role requires a California RN license, multiple certifications, prior travel experience, and compliance with extensive health and background documentation. The position offers night shifts with weekend work and requires flexibility to float within the health system.