Labor and Delivery RN
Carbondale, IL
American Consultants
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,671/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Weekly pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Opportunity – Labor and Delivery Nurse – Carbondale, IL 62901
Start Date: November 30, 2026
Location: Carbondale, Illinois
Schedule: Night shift, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, 36 hours per week. Weekend rotation up to 2 weekends per 6 weeks, holidays as needed. No on-call requirements.
Highlights:
- High-volume Labor and Delivery unit caring for approximately 400 patients monthly with an average of 120 deliveries per month
- Comprehensive obstetric services including 7 Labor and Delivery rooms, 2 dedicated Operating Rooms, and a 6-bed Obstetric Emergency Department
- Level II-E Nursery onsite providing advanced neonatal support
- Opportunity to care for high-risk and high-acuity maternal patients at 32 weeks gestation and above
- Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment including physicians, certified nurse midwives, anesthesia providers, and neonatal specialists
- 91-day travel nursing assignment with competitive compensation including overtime and holiday pay
Requirements:
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
- Minimum of 3 years of Labor and Delivery experience preferred
- Cesarean section circulator experience preferred
- Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) recovery experience preferred
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required
- Intermediate or Advanced Fetal Monitoring certification required
- STABLE certification preferred but not required
- Demonstrated ability to provide safe, evidence-based care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
Why Join Us?
This travel nursing opportunity offers the chance to work in a dynamic, high-volume obstetric environment where you'll provide comprehensive care across the full spectrum of labor and delivery services. With competitive compensation including overtime and holiday rates, guaranteed hours, and a supportive interdisciplinary team, you'll have the resources and collaboration needed to deliver exceptional patient care while advancing your clinical expertise in maternal-fetal nursing.
Employer
American Consultants
Since 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people.
About Carbondale, IL
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Carbondale, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Carbondale, IL is lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Carbondale experiences hot summers with average highs around 88°F and cold winters with average lows around 21°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Carbondale, IL, and they are relatively easy to find due to the university presence in the area.
- Carbondale is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited but available for those who prefer not to drive.
- Carbondale has a diverse population due to the university, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities and the university.
- Carbondale offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports at nearby lakes.
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