American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Santa Monica, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Mother-Baby/Postpartum position requiring a CA RN license, BLS, NRP, and 2 years of relevant experience.
Details
- Work in the Mother-Baby / Couplet Care / Postpartum unit of an acute care hospital
- Care for postpartum and newborn patients, including vaginal delivery and cesarean section patients
- Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:00
- Uses Epic EMR
- Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
- Floating between facilities within the state may be required
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required in hand at time of consideration
- Current BLS and NRP certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of relevant Mother-Baby/Postpartum nursing experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Skilled in newborn assessment, phototherapy, thermoregulation, and care of newborns with hypoglycemia
- Skilled in postpartum care including bladder assessment/Foley catheter insertion, breastfeeding instructions, episiotomy/incision care, and fundus/lochia/perineum care
- Experience managing pain including post-epidural management, opioids, and use of IV PCA
- Experience caring for patients with postpartum hemorrhage and pregnancy-induced hypertension
- Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
- Full SSN and DOB required for consideration
- LA fire card completed within the last 30 days required
Additional Information
- Provide comprehensive postpartum and newborn care, including discharge teaching to parents and infant identification
- Navy blue scrubs required for RNs
- Local candidates accepted, though those living under 50 miles from the facility are considered local and may receive a lower bill rate
- Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must live more than 50 miles from the facility
- Candidates must disclose any license or background check issues upfront prior to submission
- Candidates must indicate any prior work history with Providence facilities, including permanent, travel, or per-diem roles
American Traveler Job ID #P-740004. 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 - Mother Baby - Post Partum
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.