Travel OB RN - $2,434 per week

American Traveler 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: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 8 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Labor & Delivery RN for a night-shift OB unit requiring 2+ years experience and EFM certification.

Details

• Acute care setting in the OB unit of a hospital, providing labor and delivery, LDRP, and postpartum care
• Unit includes 4 L&D beds, 1 LDRP bed, 1 OR suite, 1 PACU/recovery bed, and 6 postpartum beds, with approximately 647 births annually
• Cares for low-risk OB patients and stable newborns >/= 36 weeks gestation, as well as high-risk OB patients followed by MFM, with Level 1 perinatal/nursery designation for the State of IL
• Responsible for stabilization of the newborn and serving as circulator for C-sections
• Titrates drips such as Pitocin and Magnesium
• Utilizes EPIC EMR along with Philips fetal monitoring and OBIX for 24/7 central fetal monitoring surveillance
• Charge Nurse and House Supervisor coverage provided each shift
• Certified nurse aids serve as OB techs and surgical scrub techs for C-sections, with main OR staff as backup
• Works 12-hour night shifts, 7p-7:30a
• Weekend requirement of 3 weekends in a 6-week schedule
• Floating required as an RN, helping hands, or 1:1 safety sitter for high-risk fall, safety, or newborn opioid withdrawal patients; no floating to inpatient Behavioral Health unit
• Travelers may float 0-3 shifts per week between OB, ICU, Med/Surg, and ED units, including between SEMC Ottawa and Peru locations

Requirements

• Active IL RN license or confirmation that application process has been initiated
• Current certifications required: ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA), C-EFM (Electronic Fetal Heart Monitoring), and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• EPIC EMR experience
• Must produce a negative drug screen for all panels as OSF is a Drug-Free Campus

Additional Information

• Monitor fetal heart rate strips and communicate concerns to providers as needed
• 1-2 days of unit-specific orientation provided, plus 12 hours of non-billable general orientation
• Holiday rotation required based on unit staffing and census needs during the assignment
• Standby or low-census on-call may apply depending on shift needs
• Dress code allows personal choice of scrub color, but hospital-provided scrubs are required when caring for patients in the OR for C-sections
• Local candidates with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility are eligible for a local pay rate
• No radius requirement for eligibility to work this assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-741972. 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: Travel RN - Labor & Delivery - Obstetrics

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.