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

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent coverage

Competitive pay

Referral bonus

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel RN in Topeka, KS for Labor and Delivery. You will care for high-risk obstetric patients in a demanding unit, including pre-eclampsia and high-risk labor. The shift is nights, with a 13-week assignment and 36 hours per week.

Requirements include Kansas or Compact RN license, 2 years L&D experience, BLS, AWHONN, and NRP certifications; duties may include floating within the unit and assisting with deliveries. Housing and competitive pay provided.

Qualifications

• Valid Kansas or Compact RN license.
• 2 years of experience in Labor and Delivery Department.
• BLS, AWHONN, NRP certifications required at submission time.

Responsibilities

• Care for high-risk obstetric patients in a high-volume L&D unit.
• Float within the unit and adapt to changing patient needs.
• Assist with cesarean sections and obstetrical procedures.

Skills

Labor and Delivery experience

Education

RN license (Kansas or Compact)

Tools

Epic

BLS

AWHONN

NRP

Job description

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: 09/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Labor and Delivery (L&D) RN position in a high-risk obstetric unit. This role involves caring for patients with various obstetric conditions, including pre-eclampsia, diabetes, and high-risk labor, across all age groups from neonates to adults. The shift is scheduled for nights, with opportunities for flexible work hours, and requires flexibility to float within the unit as needed.

Job Details

• Schedule: Nights; 12 hours shifts; minimum 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid Kansas or Compact Registered Nurse (RN) license; 2 years of experience in Labor and Delivery Department; BLS (Basic Life Support); AWHONN (Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses); NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certifications in hand at time of submission
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with charge nursing; proficiency in Epic (charting system); previous community hospital or high-risk obstetric unit experience; neonatal and postpartum care skills; ability to assist with high-risk deliveries and utilize fetal monitoring equipment
• Additional Information: The role involves managing high-risk labor cases, assisting with cesarean sections, external cephalic versions, and other obstetrical procedures. Orientation modules are conducted onsite, with all hours recorded accordingly. The facility handles a daily high volume of deliveries, including complex high-risk cases, requiring a skilled and adaptable RN.
• Travel Requirements: Travel must be within a 50-mile radius; local candidates are not accepted; travelers may be required to float to similar units within their scope as needed, with brief orientation provided.

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 36.0 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