Travel Registered Nurse L&D Job

Healthforce

Delano, California

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Posted Aug 13

Shift and hours: 12-⁠hour days3 shifts · 36 hours a week
Unit and setting: L&D · Hospital
License: RN licenseActive Registered Nurse license in California (in good standing)
Term: 13 weeks · starts Sep 14, 2026 · Travel

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License: Active Registered Nurse license in California (in good standing) Check your license
Certification: BLS certification BLS certification (required)
Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program (RN)
Also asks: Ability to work 12-hour day shifts; willingness to participate in a travel assignment

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Experience: Minimum 1 year of nursing experience; labor and delivery or perinatal experience preferred

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Against similar roles: In range for California travel rolesCalifornia travel postings that state pay run $1,780/week to $3,220/week, the middle half $2,080/week to $2,870/week, across 329 postings.

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Overview
Registered Nurse – Labor and Delivery, in Delano, California, United States
Travel assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC
Start date: 09/14/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly pay: $2,617 – $2,770 per week
Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts
Setting: hospital-based labor and delivery unit

Key Highlights

Weekly pay range: $2,617–$2,770 per week
Contract duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts
Start date: 09/14/2026
Location: Delano, CA
Travel assignment in a hospital setting

Responsibilities

Deliver coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients in the labor and delivery setting, following the nursing process and established standards of care.
Monitor and reassess patients, administer medications as ordered, and document care accurately; respond promptly to changes in patient status.
Supervise and direct activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff; delegate tasks and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, including obstetrics, anesthesia, neonatal, and other services.
Utilize critical thinking, professional judgment, and independent discretion to plan and implement patient care plans; promote patient safety and quality outcomes.
Educate patients and families about labor, delivery, postpartum care, and discharge planning; provide supportive care and resource guidance as needed.

Requirements

Active Registered Nurse license in California (in good standing)
Minimum 1 year of nursing experience; labor and delivery or perinatal experience preferred
Graduation from an accredited nursing program (RN)
Ability to work 12-hour day shifts; willingness to participate in a travel assignment
BLS certification (required)

Benefits and Support

24/7 recruiter and travel support
Dedicated assignment support throughout the duration of the contract
Nationwide travel opportunities for eligible assignments
Extension opportunities available based on unit needs and performance

Find more opportunities If you’d like to explore other openings available through Healthforce Healthcare LLC, please apply at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
Local contract and per diem opportunities
Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
24/7 support while you are on assignment
Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

Quick submissions to open jobs
Access to multiple job options at once
Flexible assignment locations
Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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What's around it?

In Delano, CA

Delano, CAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent: $1,199/mo
Household income: $67,010/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Delano, CA

NeighborhoodsResidential living in Delano centers around older established core areas and newer peripheral expansions. Downtown Delano offers walkable streets lined with cottage-sized single-family homes and rental properties near local shops and Main Street dining. East Delano features late 20th-century residential subdivisions bordered by expansive agricultural vineyards, offering quiet streetscapes with views toward the rural fields. Additional residential enclaves include established neighborhoods along 5th Avenue, Dover Place, and San Felice Way, while some healthcare workers opt to reside roughly 31 miles south in Bakersfield for a wider selection of suburban amenities.

Residential living in Delano centers around older established core areas and newer peripheral expansions. Downtown Delano offers walkable streets lined with cottage-sized single-family homes and rental properties near local shops and Main Street dining.

East Delano features late 20th-century residential subdivisions bordered by expansive agricultural vineyards, offering quiet streetscapes with views toward the rural fields. Additional residential enclaves include established neighborhoods along 5th Avenue, Dover Place, and San Felice Way, while some healthcare workers opt to reside roughly 31 miles south in Bakersfield for a wider selection of suburban amenities.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: homes.com Source 2: homes.com Source 3: areavibes.com Source 4: reddit.com

Getting aroundLocal travel within Delano is car-dependent but exceptionally quick, with typical commute times averaging roughly 16 minutes across town. Highway 99 serves as the primary regional thoroughfare, running directly through the city and connecting Delano north toward Tulare and south toward Bakersfield, roughly a 32-mile drive. While downtown maintains some pedestrian connectivity, broad public transit coverage across the city is limited, making a personal vehicle essential for shift work and general errands.

Local travel within Delano is car-dependent but exceptionally quick, with typical commute times averaging roughly 16 minutes across town. Highway 99 serves as the primary regional thoroughfare, running directly through the city and connecting Delano north toward Tulare and south toward Bakersfield, roughly a 32-mile drive.

While downtown maintains some pedestrian connectivity, broad public transit coverage across the city is limited, making a personal vehicle essential for shift work and general errands.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: realestate.usnews.com Source 2: livability.com Source 3: areavibes.com Source 4: homes.com Source 5: storagedelano.com

OutdoorsOutdoor recreation within city limits revolves around urban green spaces such as Cecil Park, which features picnic pavilions, barbecue facilities, playgrounds, and basketball courts, as well as Memorial Park, home to the public nine-hole Delano Golf Course on South Lexington Street. Just outside the city, Lake Woollomes offers a quiet setting for fishing and waterside gatherings along Woollomes Avenue. For larger adventures, the Kern National Wildlife Refuge lies to the west near Wasco for birdwatching, while Sequoia National Park and Alta Sierra Ski Resort are accessible day trips into the surrounding mountains.

Outdoor recreation within city limits revolves around urban green spaces such as Cecil Park, which features picnic pavilions, barbecue facilities, playgrounds, and basketball courts, as well as Memorial Park, home to the public nine-hole Delano Golf Course on South Lexington Street. Just outside the city, Lake Woollomes offers a quiet setting for fishing and waterside gatherings along Woollomes Avenue.

For larger adventures, the Kern National Wildlife Refuge lies to the west near Wasco for birdwatching, while Sequoia National Park and Alta Sierra Ski Resort are accessible day trips into the surrounding mountains.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: delanochamberofcommerce.org Source 2: thecrazytourist.com Source 3: my.trip.com

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Living in Delano

Positioned in the heart of the southern San Joaquin Valley, Delano is an agricultural hub defined by rich labor history, cultural diversity, and an unhurried, community-first way of life. For nurses relocating here, Delano offers an easy, low-stress daily rhythm where short commute times of around 16 minutes and direct Highway 99 access eliminate the gridlock typical of coastal California cities. Housing spans compact downtown cottages to newer family subdivisions in East Delano framed by surrounding vineyards. Daily amenities congregate around the Delano Marketplace and Main Street, while local dining showcases authentic Mexican favorites like Charros Mexican Food. Residents recharge locally at Cecil Park, Lake Woollomes, or the Delano Golf Course, while the foothills of Sequoia National Park await on days off. Tradeoffs include blistering summer heat, limited nightlife, and sparse specialty retail, prompting some professionals to make the 31-mile trip to Bakersfield for broader commercial variety. Overall, Delano appeals most to healthcare professionals seeking an authentic, grounded California hometown with deep historical roots and practical living.

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As of 2026Source 1: homes.com Source 2: homes.com Source 3: delanochamberofcommerce.org Source 4: thecrazytourist.com Source 5: realestate.usnews.com Source 6: storagedelano.com

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Delano, CAFrom Census ACS 2024.