Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $3,115 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Salinas, California.

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) position located in Salinas, California. This role involves providing high-quality nursing care for patients in the labor and delivery department, supporting patient and family education, discharge planning, and collaborating with healthcare team members to ensure optimal maternal and neonatal outcomes. The position requires a licensed RN with experience relevant to obstetric and neonatal care.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.


• Required Qualifications: Associates of Science in Nursing (ASN) required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of California; current BLS (American Heart Association) and ACLS (American Heart Association); minimum of two (2) years experience as a labor and delivery registered nurse; recent Epic Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience; travel experience preferred.


• Skills: EPIC, Care Planning, Discharge Planning, Labor and Delivery Nursing, Patient Assessment, Flexibility in hospital/unit activities, Preceptorship, Charge Nurse responsibilities, Baby Friendly experience, Patient/Family teaching, Implementation of care plans, Evaluation of patient response, Conflict resolution, Teamwork, Cost-effective patient care, Safety compliance.


• Additional Information: The RN will complete patient assessments, develop and implement individualized care plans, participate in discharge planning, patient education, and clinical evaluations. Demonstrated knowledge and skills must support age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate patient care. Flexibility to adapt to hospital or unit activity changes is required. Responsibilities may include acting as preceptor and charge nurse as assigned, and contributing actively to departmental goals.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance


• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage


• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage


• Competitive salaries


• Referral bonuses


• Travel reimbursement


• 401(k) retirement plan


• Direct deposit/free checking


• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1291320. 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: Registered Nurse / Labor And Delivery Department

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus