Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,380 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 10 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Labor and Delivery Nurse in a healthcare facility located in Illinois. This position involves providing specialized nursing care for low and high-risk obstetric patients, including stabilization of newborns and participation in cesarean sections. The role requires a strong focus on patient safety, fetal monitoring, and neonatal care.

Job Details

• Position: Labor and Delivery Nurse in a healthcare facility in Illinois.
• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Current Illinois license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated; certifications including NRP, ACLS, BLS, and Electronic Fetal Heart Monitoring (EFM); minimum of 2 years of experience in labor and delivery nursing.
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, with a requirement of working at least 36 hours weekly.
• Additional Information: The role involves assisting with stabilization of newborns, monitoring fetal strips using Philips fetal monitoring systems, and functioning as a circulator during cesarean sections. The team includes OB techs who are certified nurse aides, and the unit operates 24/7 with in-house on-call physicians for OB. Floating to other units such as postpartum or triage may be required, and orientation lasts 1-2 days. Candidates must adhere to hospital dress code preferences and are responsible for participating in holiday and weekend rotations. The position complies with hospital policies on drug testing and requires passing a negative drug screen prior to onboarding.

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 #1309263. 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.

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Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus