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Labor & Delivery Per Diem Nursing Jobs California for RNs

Top L&D Travel Nurse Jobs in California for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top L&D travel nurse jobs in California. We currently offer 6 of the best available L&D nurse travel jobs in the state. California L&D travel jobs are currently available in cities like Baldwin Park, Irvine, Harbor City, Riverside and Modesto. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare California L&D nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Currently, you can find L&D jobs in California with a salary range between $42 to $79 per hour. The city with the highest paying L&D job in California currently is Modesto with a position for a Labor and Delivery Nurse (L&D RN) at $45 per hour.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in California to find L&D travel nursing work in. Doctors Medical Center – Modesto in Modesto, Kaiser Permanente – Baldwin Park Medical Center in Baldwin Park, South Bay Medical Center in and Kaiser Permanente – Orange County Irvine Medical Center in Irvine all have L&D departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for L&D travel jobs in California. The earliest start date in California is Apr 1, 2025 for a Labor and Delivery Nurse (L&D RN) role at $79 per hour. The latest start date for an job in California is Apr 1, 2025 for a Labor and Delivery Nurse (L&D RN) role at $45 per hour. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Labor & Delivery travel nurse job in California.

California is a popular place to work for L&D travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

Top Cities in California with Per Diem Labor & Delivery Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 6 Labor & Delivery jobs in California and 33 Labor & Delivery jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Modesto, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Labor & Delivery positions available in Modesto.
per diem
Labor and Delivery Nurse (L&D RN)
  • Modesto, California – 95350
  • 12 D,
  • April 1, 2025
$42 to $45
Hourly Pay*
LD RN's care for women during labor and childbirth, monitoring the baby and the mother, coaching mothers and assisting doctors. They prepare women, and their families, for the stages of giving birth and help patients with breastfeeding after the baby is born. In addition to assisting women throughout labor and the birthing process, LD RN' s care for women who experience complications with their pregnancies and assist surgeons during cesarean deliveries. LD RN's can work in a variety of settings such as hospital delivery rooms, physician’s offices, birthing centers, and community clinics. L&D RN’s may be asked to float to Postpartum or Mother Baby due to census.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • NRP and AWHONN are often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required. 
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Highest Paying Jobs in Baldwin Park, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Labor & Delivery positions available in Baldwin Park.
per diem
Labor and Delivery Nurse (L&D RN)
  • Baldwin Park, California – 91706
  • 12 N,
  • April 1, 2025
$73 to $79
Hourly Pay*
LD RN’s care for women during labor and childbirth, monitoring the baby and the mother, coaching mothers and assisting doctors. They prepare women, and their families, for the stages of giving birth and help patients with breastfeeding after the baby is born. In addition to assisting women throughout labor and the birthing process, LD RN' s care for women who experience complications with their pregnancies and assist surgeons during cesarean deliveries. LD RN’s can work in a variety of settings such as hospital delivery rooms, physician’s offices, birthing centers, and community clinics. L&D RN’s may be asked to float to Postpartum or Mother Baby due to census.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • NRP and AWHONN are often required
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Highest Paying Jobs in Riverside, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Labor & Delivery positions available in Riverside.
per diem
Labor and Delivery Nurse (L&D RN)
  • Riverside, California – 92501
  • 12 N,
  • April 1, 2025
$52 to $56
Hourly Pay*
LD RN' s care for women during labor and childbirth, monitoring the baby and the mother, coaching mothers and assisting doctors. They prepare women, and their families, for the stages of giving birth and help patients with breastfeeding after the baby is born. In addition to assisting women throughout labor and the birthing process, LD RN' s care for women who experience complications with their pregnancies and assist surgeons during cesarean deliveries. LD RN' s can work in a variety of settings such as hospital delivery rooms, physician’s offices, birthing centers, and community clinics. L&D RN’s may be asked to float to Postpartum or Mother Baby due to census.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN.
  • RN ‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • NRP and AWHONN are often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
per diem
Labor and Delivery Nurse (L&D RN)
  • Riverside, California – 92501
  • 12 D,
  • April 1, 2025
$51 to $55
Hourly Pay*
LD RN' s care for women during labor and childbirth, monitoring the baby and the mother, coaching mothers and assisting doctors. They prepare women, and their families, for the stages of giving birth and help patients with breastfeeding after the baby is born. In addition to assisting women throughout labor and the birthing process, LD RN' s care for women who experience complications with their pregnancies and assist surgeons during cesarean deliveries. LD RN' s can work in a variety of settings such as hospital delivery rooms, physician’s offices, birthing centers, and community clinics. L&D RN’s may be asked to float to Postpartum or Mother Baby due to census.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN.
  • RN ‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • NRP and AWHONN are often required 
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Irvine, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Labor & Delivery positions available in Irvine.
per diem
Labor and Delivery Nurse (L&D RN)
  • Irvine, California – 92618
  • 12 N,
  • April 1, 2025
$73 to $79
Hourly Pay*
LD RN’s care for women during labor and childbirth, monitoring the baby and the mother, coaching mothers and assisting doctors. They prepare women, and their families, for the stages of giving birth and help patients with breastfeeding after the baby is born. In addition to assisting women throughout labor and the birthing process, LD RN' s care for women who experience complications with their pregnancies and assist surgeons during cesarean deliveries. LD RN’s can work in a variety of settings such as hospital delivery rooms, physician’s offices, birthing centers, and community clinics. L&D RN’s may be asked to float to Postpartum or Mother Baby due to census.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • NRP and AWHONN are often required
View all Jobs in Irvine, CA

Highest Paying Jobs in Goodyear, AZ

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Labor & Delivery positions available in Goodyear.
per diem
Labor and Delivery Nurse (L&D RN)
  • Goodyear, Arizona – 85395
  • 12 N,
  • April 1, 2025
$40 to $43
Hourly Pay*
LD RN’s care for women during labor and childbirth, monitoring the baby and the mother, coaching mothers and assisting doctors. They prepare women, and their families, for the stages of giving birth and help patients with breastfeeding after the baby is born. In addition to assisting women throughout labor and the birthing process, LD RN' s care for women who experience complications with their pregnancies and assist surgeons during cesarean deliveries. LD RN’s can work in a variety of settings such as hospital delivery rooms, physician’s offices, birthing centers, and community clinics. L&D RN’s may be asked to float to Postpartum or Mother Baby due to census.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • NRP and AWHONN are often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Statistics on L&D Jobs in California

Review helpful statistics about L&D traveling nurse jobs in California. The data is based on the last three complete months of L&D job postings in the state of California. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Labor & Delivery job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in California for travel nursing jobs.

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Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Per Diem Labor & Delivery Jobs in California

How much does an Labor & Delivery travel nurse make on average in California?

An L&D nurse in California can make an average of $73 per hour.

How much does a night shift L&D travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Labor & Delivery nurse in California can make an average of $73 per hour based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift L&D travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Labor & Delivery nurse in California can make an average of $65 per hour based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Labor & Delivery jobs are available in California?

There are currently 6 Labor & Delivery travel nursing jobs available in California. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Labor & Delivery staff in California?

  • Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building in Lancaster
  • Kaiser Permanente Point West Medical Offices in Sacramento
  • Burre Dental Center in Eureka
  • Redwood Pediatrics in Fortuna
  • Tehama County Health Services Agency in Red Bluff

What types of shifts are most common for L&D travel nursing jobs in California?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common shifts in California cities.

Locating L&D Travel Nursing Jobs in California

In California, cities like Anaheim, Irvine, and Riverside have per diem L&D nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building, Kaiser Permanente Point West Medical Offices, Burre Dental Center, Redwood Pediatrics and Tehama County Health Services Agency, all with nurse specialties and Labor & Delivery staff.

Healthcare Facilities in California that offer Labor & Delivery Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered jobs for Labor & Delivery professionals.
San Antonio Regional Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 32, 3, 10, 7, 11, 8, 29, and 65
Address
999 San Bernardino Road
Upland, CA 91786
Nearby Neighborhoods
Los Olivos (91785)
Kaiser – Santa Clara Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
700 Lawrence Expressway
Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Neighborhoods
Roundup Trailer Lodge (95054), Garden Court Mobile Home Village (95054), Santa Clara Trailer Village (95054)
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 20, 10, 7, 4, 25, 11, 8, and 26
Address
2615 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), Landco (93302), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Kern City (93309)
Adventist Health Glendale
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 52, 13, 16, 24, 10, 14, 11, 8, and 26
Address
1509 Wilson Terrace
Glendale, CA 91206
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Square (91205), North Glendale (91202), Sepulveda (91201), Sparr Heights (91208), Verdugo City (91046)
Adventist Health Lodi Memorial
Shifts
8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 52, 13, 17, 18, 25, 4, 26, and 8
Address
975 SOUTH FAIRMONT AVE.
Lodi, CA 95240
Nearby Neighborhoods
LodiLakeWeather (95258), Pearson (95240), Lodi Junction (95240), East Side (95240), Pope (95240)
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
19, 16, 13, 18, and 28
Address
420 34th Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Landco (93302), Kern City (93309)
Adventist Health Hanford
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 16, 13, 7, 14, 26, and 8
Address
115 MALL DRIVE
Hanford, CA 93230
Nearby Neighborhoods
Fort Roosevelt (93232), Bel Air Mobile Home Park (93232), Tara Mobile Estates (93230), Pitco (93230), Sierra Vista Mobile Estates (93230)
Saint Agnes Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 13, 6, and 8
Address
1303 East Herndon Avenue
Fresno, CA 93720
Nearby Neighborhoods
Pinedale (93650), Cincotta (93703), Hammond (93701), Figarden (93711), Sierra Sky Park (93711)
El Camino Hospital Mountain View
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 8
Departments
Ambulatory OR Cath Lab Dialysis Emergency Room Infection Control Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Telemetry Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
2500 GRANT RD.
Mountain View, CA 94040
Nearby Neighborhoods
Waverly Park (94024), Cuesta Park (94035), Blossom Valley (94040), Cuernavaca (94088), Sylvan Park (94041)
Adventist Health White Memorial
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 52, 13, 16, 20, 36, 10, 14, 26, and 8
Address
1720 Cesar E. Chavez Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90033
Nearby Neighborhoods
Brooklyn Heights (90033), Aliso Village (90013), Pico Gardens (90033), Taylor Junction (90012), Mission Junction (90012)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.