GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/28/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse Travel Nursing Job in Peoria, Illinois
Join a dynamic Labor & Delivery travel nursing team in Peoria, IL, supporting mothers and newborns in a respected acute obstetric care setting. This 13-week Registered Nurse assignment offers consistent night shifts, strong clinical support, Epic charting, and the opportunity to work in a welcoming Central Illinois city with riverfront views and Midwest charm.
Job Details
- Position: Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (L&D RN)
- Employment Type: Travel Nurse Assignment
- Setting: Acute Obstetric Care / Family Birthing Center
- Location: Peoria, IL 61637
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Weekend Requirement: Every 3rd weekend
- Holiday Requirement: Every other holiday
- Start Date: September 28, 2026
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,400 - $2,530
- Charting System: Epic
- Orientation: 2 full OB Acute shifts, 1 L&D day, and 1 Women’s Care Unit day
Job Requirements
- Active Illinois RN license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated
- Current BLS and NRP certifications
- At least 1 year of recent Labor & Delivery, postpartum nursing, or acute obstetric nursing experience preferred
- Strong assessment skills with experience caring for postpartum patients and newborns
- Ability to titrate ordered drips such as insulin or heparin
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented hospital environment
- Professional communication skills and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care for postpartum mothers, newborn infants, and Labor & Delivery patients
- Perform thorough assessments and monitor patient status throughout the shift
- Administer and titrate medications per provider orders and unit protocols
- Support labor, recovery, postpartum, triage, and antepartum patient needs as assigned
- Collaborate closely with charge nurses, hospitalists, and the interdisciplinary care team
- Float within the Family Birthing Center and related women’s health areas as needed
- Document accurately in Epic and maintain clear, timely communication
- Deliver safe, patient-centered care while helping create a positive experience for families
Why Apply for This Travel RN Opportunity
- Competitive weekly pay for a travel Registered Nurse assignment
- Consistent night shift schedule in a supportive obstetric care unit
- Hands-on experience in Labor & Delivery and women’s health nursing
- Location in Peoria, Illinois, a desirable Central Illinois healthcare market
Apply now to join this Labor & Delivery RN travel job in Peoria, Illinois and make a meaningful impact in maternal and newborn care.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
GHR Healthcare Job ID #516437. 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: L&D
About GHR Healthcare
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
learn more.