Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,325 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN for Labor and Delivery in Indianapolis, Indiana. The role emphasizes high-level obstetric and neonatal care with advanced fetal monitoring and resuscitation standards.

Responsibilities include staffing as charge nurse, direct labor/delivery care, and adherence to AWHONN guidelines. The assignment offers opportunities for growth within a supportive clinical environment and a strong team-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Valid nursing license and verification of licensure (Nursys).
• Professional profile and two professional references.
• Completion of an Ascension skills checklist.
• Experience in labor and delivery with neonatal care capabilities.
• Proficiency with magnesium, insulin drips, NRP, and external fetal monitoring.
• Familiarity with high-risk obstetric care and AWHONN guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care during labor and delivery and support obstetric team.
• Staff as charge nurse and ensure coverage with limited call-ins.
• Adhere to fetal monitoring standards and high-risk obstetric care protocols.

Skills

Labor and Delivery

RN

Team player

Education

Registered Nurse License

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Labor and Delivery Nurse, specializing in Women & Infants care, is needed for a facility located in the area. This position entails providing high-level obstetric and high-risk patient care, adhering to advanced fetal monitoring and neonatal resuscitation standards, with responsibilities including staffing charge nurse roles and direct patient care during labor and delivery. The role offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive clinical environment.

Job Details

• Schedule: Nights, 36 hours per week, with every third weekend and holiday rotation. Orientation for two shifts.
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, Nursys license/certificate verification, professional profile, two professional references, and completion of an Ascension skills checklist. Standard clinical experience includes at least 0 years in labor and delivery, with proficiency in Magnesium, insulin drips, Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and advanced external fetal monitoring.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with adherence to AWHONN guidelines, capability to float to alternative unit if needed, and familiarity with high-risk obstetric care.
• Additional Information: The position requires a strong commitment to reliable attendance, with an emphasis on teamwork and coverage without call-ins. The facility follows AWHONN guidelines, maintaining specific staffing ratios during active and early labor stages, and includes roles such as charge nurse and baby nurse.

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 #1317532. 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.