Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Topeka, Kansas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/23/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Labor and Delivery Nurse (L&D) positioned in the department of the labor and delivery unit. This role involves managing high-risk obstetric cases, assisting with deliveries, performing neonatal assessments, and providing postpartum care. The position offers the flexibility of a 12-hour night shift schedule, with a minimum commitment of 36 hours per week, from September 23, 2026, to December 23, 2026.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid Kansas (KS) or Compact Registered Nurse (RN) license in hand at time of submission; BLS, American Heart Association Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification in hand at time of submission; 2 years of clinical experience in Labor and Delivery or related field
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with high-risk obstetric patient management; experience with electronic fetal monitoring (EFM); strong skills in obstetrical procedures including cesarean sections, vaginal deliveries, and neonatal assessments
- Additional Information: Position includes care of the laboring patient with high-risk conditions, support for obstetric procedures such as amniocentesis and external cephalic versions, and neonatal care protocols including resuscitation and assessments. Travelers may be required to float within the scope of practice to similar units per facility needs. Modules are completed onsite during orientation and recorded via transcripts.
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 #1301831. 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