The Labor and Delivery nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care in the L&D Setting. The Labor and Delivery nurse demonstrates the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner with supervision.
The labor and delivery nurse works with Mothers during the final stages of pregnancy helping with birthing, monitoring the Mother’s vital signs, and becoming astute in signs and symptoms of possible complications. The labor and delivery nurse is involved in patient education and addressing the psychosocial needs of Mothers after delivery and demonstrates critical thinking and performance ability in the coordination of patient care. Consistently performs according to nursing standards and is accountable in managing patient care and assisting others in the management of patient care.
Minimum Requirements:
- Current Registered Nurse license within the state of practice.?
- One year of Labor and Delivery clinical experience within the last three years preferred.?
- Current CPR if applicable
- TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
- Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
- Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Job Title:
Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Assignment
Location:
Bakersfield, CA
Job Type:
Contract | Travel | Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Shift: 4x12s – Day Shift (48 hours/week)
?? Weekly Pay: $4,802
- $3,360 Taxable Income
- $1,442 Stipends
Job Description:
Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking experienced Labor & Delivery RNs for a high-impact travel assignment in Bakersfield, CA. Join a dedicated team at a respected facility and make a difference in maternal and newborn care.
? Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years of recent L&D experience
- Active California RN License (unrestricted)
- Cerner EMR experience
- Advanced NRP certification
- AWHONN Advanced Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM)
- AWHONN Maternal Fetal Triage Index (MFTI)
- BLS & ACLS (AHA-approved)
- Must meet all Kern Medical Center health and competency requirements
?? Why Choose Bakersfield?
- Lower cost of living than most California cities
- Close to Sequoia National Forest, wine country, and weekend getaways
- Warm climate and a friendly, welcoming community
Interested? Let’s Connect!
J. Rick Wright
National Recruitment Manager
?? 813.261.4383
?? jowright@amergis.com
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs