Travel Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse - $1,940 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
The Labor and Delivery (L&D) department nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive care to obstetric patients in a healthcare facility setting. This role involves assisting with high-risk labor and delivery, neonatal resuscitation, postpartum management, and supporting patient outcomes through specialized clinical skills. The position offers an opportunity for experienced registered nurses to work night shifts in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Job Details

• Location: Topeka, Kansas
• Shift Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid Kansas or Compact Registered Nurse (RN) license in hand at time of submission; Basic Life Support (BLS); Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP); American Heart Association (AHA) certification; 2 years of experience in Labor and Delivery; experience with high-risk obstetrics and neonatal care; proficiency in use of external fetal heart monitoring (EFM), sterile vaginal exams, and postpartum care.
• Preferred Qualifications: Specialty experience in Labor and Delivery, postpartum unit, or antepartum care.
• Additional Information: The candidate will be expected to float within the scope of labor, postpartum, and antepartum units as needed. Orientation hours are conducted onsite, with modules completed during orientation. Experience with handling high-risk pregnancies, maternal and neonatal assessments, and delivery procedures is essential. Candidates should be capable of assisting with C-sections, external cephalic versions, and managing obstetric emergencies.

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 #1301831. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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