American Consultants is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Orange, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/14/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Opportunity โ Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery โ Orange, CA 92868
Start Date: July 14, 2026
Location: Orange County, California
Schedule: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00 - 07:30). Patient ratios of 1-2 patients. Weekend coverage may exceed every other weekend to accommodate unit needs. Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day).
Highlights: - Work in a 426-bed acute care Magnet-designated hospital
- Very high-risk Labor and Delivery unit caring for all pregnancy diagnoses including preterm labor, pre-eclampsia/eclampsia, multiples, fetal anomalies, and IUFD
- Epic charting system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, and pharmacy
- 72-hour paid orientation period
- Free parking available
- Opportunity to work with a seasoned, experienced team in a complex maternal care environment
Requirements: - Active California RN license (must be in hand prior to submission)
- Minimum 2 years of recent Labor and Delivery experience required
- Previous travel nursing experience required (no first-time travelers accepted)
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, AWHONN Intermediate (NCC EFM certification accepted in lieu of AWHONN Intermediate); AWHONN Advanced preferred
- Must be able to circulate for cesarean sections
- Must be able to perform sterile vaginal exams
- Experience in large hospital settings highly preferred
- Required skills include: antihypertensives, assisting with high-risk and vaginal deliveries, cervical cerclage, circulating for C-sections, D&C procedures, high-risk antepartum care, insulin drips, magnesium sulfate therapy, recognition and treatment of abnormal fetal heart rate patterns, and use of external fetal monitoring
- LA fire card required within 30 days of start
- Two professional references covering one year within the last three years
Why Join Us? This position offers the opportunity to work in a Magnet-recognized acute care hospital with a high-acuity Labor and Delivery unit. You'll gain valuable experience managing complex maternal cases while being supported by a comprehensive interdisciplinary team. The facility offers guaranteed hours with flexibility to float between locations within the state, and provides competitive compensation for experienced travel nurses seeking challenging, rewarding assignments in Southern California.
American Consultants Job ID #18488216. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:L&D,19:00:00-07:00:00
About American Consultants
Since 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people.
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Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Weekly pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus