Travel Labor and Delivery RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Mt. Vernon, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Labor and Delivery RN with LDRP and Nursery experience for a day shift position requiring an active IL RN license.

• Work in the Labor and Delivery unit (LDRP) and Nursery
• Patient population includes Labor and Delivery, Antepartum, Gyn patients, Gestational HTN, DM, and Multi-Birth cases
• Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:3
• Unit performs circumcisions, hearing screens, newborn screens, general admissions, C-sections, and inductions of labor
• Unit averages 140 deliveries per month with an expected increase to the 160s
• Staffing includes 1 charge nurse, 6-7 nurses, and 1 scrub nurse per shift, adjusted for census
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts (7:00-19:00)
• Required to work one Friday, one Saturday, and one Sunday shift every 4-week schedule (non-consecutive allowed)
• No on-call requirements
• EPIC charting system preferred

• Active IL RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• AWHONN (Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced), STABLE, or Fetal Heart Monitoring certification preferred
• Experience drawing venous blood, starting and maintaining IVs, and administering blood/blood products
• Skilled in use of infusion pumps, drips, and IV monitoring
• Charge nurse experience preferred
• Level 2 Special Care Nursery experience preferred
• Experience scrubbing, circulating, and recovering C-sections preferred
• Experience with triage of obstetrical patients and external/internal fetal monitoring preferred
• Experience managing Magnesium Sulfate therapy and Pitocin administration preferred
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration

• Provide care across antepartum, labor and delivery, newborn, and postpartum stages
• Responsibilities may include neonatal resuscitation, APGAR scoring, cord care, and newborn assessments
• Support postpartum recovery including fundus/lochia/perineum care and breastfeeding support
• Assist with pain management including epidural, PCA, and nitrous oxide administration
• Must shave for proper Fit Testing mask seal; no medical or religious exemptions accepted and CAPRs/PAPRs are not permitted
• Candidates living within 70 miles of the facility are considered local and are not accepted for this position
• Clinicians cannot work more than 1 year as a traveler without taking a required 6-month break before returning
• First-time travelers considered

American Traveler Job  #P-780028. 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:
Travel RN - Labor & Delivery

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.