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Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Glendale, California
Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center

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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery/Postpartum

Location: Glendale, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Specialty: Labor & Delivery / Postpartum (L&D/PP)

Job Description

Seeking an experienced Labor & Delivery/Postpartum nurse for a travel contract. The role involves working in a busy L&D unit with approximately 130 births per month. The unit includes:

10 L&D beds with 2 ORs
2 triage beds
18 postpartum beds

Work Environment & Schedule

12-hour shifts (7 AM, 11 AM, and 7 PM)
Weekend requirement: 4 shifts in a 4-week period
No call requirement
Holiday coverage: 1 major and 1 minor holiday (major holidays include Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Year's)
Charge nurse duties shared between L&D and Postpartum
Nurse aides and scrub techs available on L&D
No tele or vent patients; respiratory therapy and pharmacy available 24/7
EMR system: Cerner
Fetal monitoring system: Obix
Floor-specific orientation: 3 shifts

Patient Population & Care

Deliveries down to 23 weeks gestation
Some high-risk patients (antepartum, hypertension)
Perinatology support available
C-section experience required (scrub, recovery, and circulate roles)
Typical nurse-to-patient ratios:
- 1:1 close to delivery
- 1:2 otherwise in L&D
- 1:4 in postpartum couplets
Floating: Postpartum nurses typically do not float unless NICU background; L&D nurses float to postpartum

Required Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of experience in Labor & Delivery
Active California RN license
Certifications required:
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- Advanced AWHONN (Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses) including Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AFM)
C-section experience required

Additional Notes

Travel experience preferred but not explicitly required
Scrub color provided
No in-house OB/Neonatologist currently (working on it)
No IV team; respiratory therapy available 24/7

This position is ideal for a Labor & Delivery nurse with solid experience and required certifications looking for a travel contract in California.

Facility

Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center

3.6rating(14 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center

5.0rating

Pros

Glendale Memorial was a great place to be a travel nurse. The staff was helpful and friendly. Flexible schedule.

Cons

Increased workload. But that has become the normal in Nursing since 2020.

Anonymous

Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

Staff Position

Review of Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center on Jun 11, 2025

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Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center

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Short Term Acute Care
315 beds

ADDRESS1420 South Central AvenueGlendale, CA 91204

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About Glendale, CA

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Glendale, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Glendale, CA is higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing and transportation.
However, wages in healthcare generally match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 88°F, while average lows in winter are around 46°F.

Furnished Housing

There are options for short term rentals in Glendale, CA, and they are relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.

Transportation

Glendale is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Public transportation options include buses and the Metrolink commuter rail system connecting to downtown Los Angeles and other neighboring cities.

Demographics

Glendale, CA is a diverse city with a significant Armenian population.
The age range is diverse, with a mix of young professionals and families.
Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
Glendale has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

There are plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, especially Armenian and Middle Eastern cuisine.
The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with venues like the Alex Theatre hosting various performances.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy hiking in the nearby Verdugo Mountains, and outdoor activities in Griffith Park and the Los Angeles area.

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