Travel Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse - $2,620 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel assignment in Peru, Illinois. You will care for obstetric patients, stabilize newborns, and support labor and delivery workflows with a focus on safety and clinical excellence.

The role requires 2+ years obstetric nursing experience, active Illinois license, NRP/ACLS/BLS/EFM credentials, and the ability to work nights on a 12‑hour schedule. Float rotations and high‑acuity care are part of the unit.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois nursing license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated.
• NRP, ACLS, BLS, and EFM certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years obstetric nursing experience.
• Experience with stabilization of newborns and cardiovascular drips titration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to obstetric patients, including high‑risk cases.
• Stabilize newborns and manage labor and delivery processes.
• Participate in float rotations across obstetrics, NICU, and medical‑surgical units.

Skills

RN

Labor and Delivery

Teamwork

Adaptability

Critical thinking

Education

Illinois nursing license

Tools

EPIC EMR

OBIX

Philips fetal monitoring

EFM monitoring

Job description

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: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 17 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) position is based in a healthcare facility specializing in obstetric care. This assignment involves providing comprehensive nursing care to low-risk and high-risk obstetric patients, including stabilizing newborns and managing labor and delivery processes. The role requires adherence to established guidelines and a focus on patient safety and clinical excellence.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 pm to 7:30 am, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Active Illinois nursing license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated; current certifications including Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Electronic Fetal Heart Monitoring (EFM); minimum of 2 years of relevant obstetric nursing experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with stabilization of newborns and cardiovascular drips titration; familiarity with Philips fetal monitoring, EPIC, and OBIX systems; ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-acuity setting.
• Float: Float rotation may be required, including helping hands, sitters, or assisting in neonatal care as needed. Float units include obstetrics, neonatal intensive care, and medical-surgical units; however, there is no inpatient behavioral health float for this location.
• Additional Information: The unit manages approximately 647 births per year, follows AWHONN guidelines, and operates with a team of certified OB technicians and a neonatologist on call. The unit is equipped with neonatal high flow nasal cannula, Cpap, Neopuff, and fetal monitoring systems. The orientation period is 1-2 days, and the assignment includes participation in holiday and weekend rotations without designated on-call duties.

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 #1317275. 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