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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Labor and Delivery Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery Department. The Registered Nurse independently coordinates and delivers safe, therapeutic care to acutely ill patients through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The role involves collaborating with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team members while responding effectively to changing clinical conditions and maintaining evidence-based nursing practices.

Job Details Schedule: Day shift with 12-hour shifts and a minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: At least 3 years of nursing experience. Graduation from an accredited registered nursing program. Valid, unrestricted California Registered Nurse license. Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification. Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) advanced fetal heart monitoring certification. Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) Maternal Fetal Triage Index certification. Current Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certifications. Knowledge of nursing assessment, nursing diagnoses, nursing interventions, patient care, medical terminology, medications, narcotics, infection control, medication administration, critical thinking, and nursing judgment.

Preferred Qualifications: Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing.

Float: Float rotation may be required.

Additional Information: Provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Labor and Delivery Department. Performs and documents the nursing process, including patient assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation. Recognizes physiological and psychosocial risk factors and responds appropriately to changes in patient condition. Prioritizes care and activates emergency protocols when clinically indicated. Collaborates with patients, families, physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, and members of the healthcare team. Maintains accurate clinical documentation and follows applicable nursing standards, infection control procedures, medication administration protocols, and controlled substance regulations. Completes required competencies, educational coursework, and ongoing professional development. No block scheduling is available.

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 1348307. 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: Registered Nurse / Labor And Delivery Department About Cross Country Nurses 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.

Benefits 401k retirement plan Referral bonus