Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse – Labor and Delivery (L&D) Manager, Travel assignment in San Luis Obispo, CA. Start date: June 8, 2026. 13-week contract. Pay range: $2,989 to $3,075 per week. Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week. Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts with some visibility for evening staff. Setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital. This position supports L&D leadership with a focus on day shift while providing some evening coverage and weekend call.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,989–$3,075 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts
- Start date: June 8, 2026
- Setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital

Responsibilities
- Lead the Labor and Delivery/unit nursing team, including staffing, scheduling, and resource management for optimal patient flow
- Ensure patient safety and care quality by enforcing BLS, NRP, and EFM protocols; support adherence to unit policies
- Collaborate with obstetric physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary teams to coordinate labor, delivery, and post-partum care
- Provide staff development, coaching, and performance feedback; foster a culture of continuous improvement
- Participate in weekend on-call coverage (every 3rd weekend) and maintain day-to-day operational visibility for evening staff

Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse license in California (Required)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (Required); Master’s Degree preferred
- L&D background with 10 years of leadership experience (Required)
- 2+ years of acute care hospital nursing experience (Preferred)
- 5+ years of technical experience (Preferred); 1+ year of leadership experience (Preferred)
- BLS, NRP, and EFM required; national specialty certification in area of expertise or nursing administration preferred
- Ability to work in a 40-hour weekly schedule with on-call responsibilities as described

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the engagement
- Housing assistance available
- Fast credentialing process
- Extension opportunities beyond the initial contract
- Nationwide assignments available
- Referral bonus opportunities

Find more opportunities
If this opening isn’t the right fit, explore other travel nursing opportunities at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply. We regularly post new assignments across multiple locations and specialties.

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.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.