American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Folsom, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/21/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Labor & Delivery position in an acute Family Birthing Center, requiring a current CA RN license and Advanced Fetal Monitoring certification.
Responsibilities
- Work in an acute Family Birthing Center with L&D, Mother/Baby, and LDRP services
- Unit includes 2 OBED beds, 7 LDRP beds, 4-8 overflow postpartum beds, and 1 OR for C-sections
- Approximately 70-80 births per month with antepartum testing
- Patient ratios: 1:2 in labor, 1:1 at delivery, and 1:4 for mother/baby couplets
- Neonatal stabilization available with NICU support (2 bed)
- Uses Cerner EMR and Fetalink EFM system
- 12-hour day shifts, every other weekend required
- First to float; floating required to other Sacramento facilities
- On-call or standby may be required with a 30-minute response time
- Scheduling is 4 weeks in advance
- Primary responsibilities include labor, delivery, recovery, postpartum, antepartum care, and OR circulation for C-sections
- Nurses are expected to respond to emergencies and manage titratable drips as needed
- No CNAs on unit; 1 OB Tech scheduled per shift
- OB is in house 24/7; anesthesia available on call with in-house coverage during epidural use
- Respiratory therapy attends every delivery to provide support and manage respiratory equipment
- Holidays rotate with core staff
- Relias Dysrhythmia exam and skills testing on sterile technique are required during orientation
- Scrub color requirements are not specified
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required
- Minimum 2 years of recent Labor & Delivery or LDRP nursing experience
- Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NRP, and AWHONN Advanced Fetal Monitoring
- Experience circulating in the OR is required for L&D-only candidates
- Must be comfortable with NRP at delivery and able to titrate pitocin and insulin drips
- Familiarity with Cerner EMR preferred
- Must provide 2 recent supervisor or peer references (one within 12 months, one within 3 years)
- Copy of driver’s license required for consideration
- Candidates cannot have worked for CommonSpirit (including CHI or Dignity) within the past 12 months
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-651356. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Labor & Delivery
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
