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: 08/17/2026
Duration: 10 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) in Illinois. This position involves providing specialized obstetric and neonatal care in a hospital setting on night shifts. The role requires collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure the safety and well-being of both mothers and newborns during active labor, delivery, and postpartum care.
Job Details
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Active Illinois RN license or confirmation that application has been initiated; Certifications in NRP, ACLS, BLS, and Electronic Fetal Heart Monitoring (EFM); Minimum of 2 years of experience in Labor and Delivery; Valid certification(s) as specified.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with stabilization of newborns and circulator duties for cesarean sections; Skills in titrating drips such as Pitocin and Magnesium.
Float: Float rotation may be required, including helping hands, sitters, and assisting with high-risk patients. Floats include neighboring units such as OB, ICU, Med/Surg, and Emergency Department; however, there is no inpatient Behavioral Health unit at this location.
Additional Information: The unit handles low to high-risk obstetric cases, with frequent deliveries and neonatal care. RN staff will utilize Philips fetal monitoring systems, EPIC and OBIX charting, with fetal monitoring surveillance from a central hub. Orientation includes 1-2 days, and the unit follows AWHONN guidelines for patient ratios.
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 #1299615. 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: 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
Peru, IL
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