Location: Santa Maria, CA

Start Date: 03-30-2026

End Date: 06-29-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (day) or 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM NOC (night). Night-focused assignment noted with every-other-weekend requirement and occasional standby; floating to Postpartum every other week (EOW) as scheduled.

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $88 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide skilled labor and delivery nursing care, monitoring patients through active labor and delivery
• Continuously assess and interpret fetal status using Advanced Fetal Monitoring (Fetal Link) and escalate concerns
• Circulate for C-sections and support the OR team; scrub experience is a plus
• Deliver couplet care for mother and newborn, maintaining safe transitions to postpartum
• Perform neonatal resuscitation (NRP) and respond effectively to emergencies
• Document care thoroughly and accurately in Cerner EMR
• Follow AWOHNN guidance and maintain appropriate patient ratios (e.g., 2:1 laboring, 1:4 couplet)
• Collaborate with OBs, anesthesia, respiratory therapy, pharmacy and ancillary staff to coordinate care
• Float to Postpartum as scheduled and support unit needs while preserving patient safety

Qualifications

• Active RN license (able to submit in CA) required
• Minimum 2 years of Labor & Delivery nursing experience
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AWOHNN or equivalent)
• C-section circulation experience required; scrubbing experience preferred
• COVID-19 vaccination required
• Experience with Cerner EMR and Fetal Link preferred
• Comfort working 12-hour shifts, every-other-weekend schedule, and floating to Postpartum
• Ability to care for high-risk obstetric patients (pre-eclampsia, insulin-dependent diabetes, substance abuse)

Education

• Active RN license required (state licensure)
• BSN not required

Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced fetal monitoring and Fetal Link proficiency
• Neonatal resuscitation (NRP) and urgent newborn care
• C-section circulation and OR workflow familiarity
• Couplet care and postpartum management
• High-risk obstetrics knowledge: pre-eclampsia, insulin-dependent diabetes, substance abuse care
• Cerner charting and Phillips telemetry experience
• Strong communication, teamwork, and escalation skills
• Triage and labor/triage bed management

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your stay comfortable
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and short-term disability options for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and licensure assistance to simplify logistics
• Comprehensive orientation and unit-specific precepting so you hit the floor confident
• Referral bonus program and recognition for great team players
• A supportive team culture that values your skills, safety, and well-being

Travel Perks: Explore Santa Maria, CA

Santa Maria sits on California’s beautiful Central Coast — expect quick trips to scenic beaches like Pismo Beach and Oceano Dunes for sunsets, surfers, and weekend strolls. Explore the Santa Maria Valley wine region for tasting rooms and vineyard tours, or sample the region’s famous Santa Maria-style barbecue. Outdoor lovers will enjoy nearby Lopez Lake and hiking in Los Padres National Forest. Charming nearby cities like San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara are perfect for day trips, dining, and cultural outings. Farmers’ markets, local festivals, and a relaxed coastal vibe make this a great spot to unwind between shifts.

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