Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Joplin, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Labor and Delivery
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/05/2026
Duration: 14 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) Joplin, Missouri. This position involves providing specialized nursing care within the Labor and Delivery department, primarily focusing on labor, birth, and post-partum care. The role supports patient-focused team efforts in a facility known for nationally-recognized care and a commitment to safety and clinical excellence.
Job Details
Location: Joplin, Missouri
Position Description: RN Labor & Delivery
Shift: Days, 3x12 hours per week, with a minimum of 36 hours weekly
Required Certifications: BLS, PALS, ACLS, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Education and Experience: Valid RN license with at least 1 year of labor and birth experience required; 0 years minimum experience specified, but 1+ years preferred.
Schedule: Dayshift, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week.
Additional Information: Must float as needed, which is non-negotiable. The position involves providing care to patients with a patient-focused approach, requiring flexibility, positivity, and effective teamwork. Candidates should be comfortable working with a unit that has a 1:5 patient ratio and utilizes EPIC electronic medical records.
Qualifications: Experience in labor and birth settings is essential. The ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment and adhere to safety standards is required.
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 #1318562. 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Joplin, MO
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
Epic Systemsunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Maternal-Fetal Medicineunmatched
Neonatologyunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)unmatched
Perinatal Nursingunmatched
Pharmacovigilanceunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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