Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Rockford, IL
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs
$2,109/weekOverview
- Start Date05/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel L&D Registered Nurse (RN) – Rockford, IL 61104. 13-week travel contract, 12-hour nights, competitive weekly pay. Apply now for this Illinois nursing job!
Overview
Join a dynamic, supportive team as a Labor & Delivery RN (L&D RN) in Rockford, Illinois (zip code 61104). This 13-week travel nursing contract is based in a mid-to-large hospital Labor & Delivery unit with a high-volume delivery caseload (~230 deliveries/month). Rockford offers a welcoming community, parks, and easy access to Chicago — ideal for travel nurses seeking Illinois nursing jobs.
Job Details
- Role: Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,880 - $1,980
- Location: Rockford, IL 61104 (Rockford nursing jobs / Illinois travel nursing jobs)
- Setting: Labor & Delivery Unit (high-volume L&D, perinatal nursing)
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks (May 25, 2026 – August 22, 2026)
- Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00pm – 7:30am), every other weekend and holiday
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Unit Details: 14 labor rooms, 3 triage/overnight observation rooms, 2 ORs, 3 PACUs, and a 4-bed OBED
- Average Deliveries: ~230 per month (opportunity for high-volume L&D experience)
Job Requirements / Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years recent Labor & Delivery RN experience in a mid-to-large hospital setting (perinatal or high-volume L&D preferred)
- Active Illinois RN license
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications required
- Proven experience with maternal-fetal monitoring, electronic documentation/EMR, and assisting with cesarean sections
- Ability to work night shifts, every other weekend, and holidays as required by the travel contract
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, evidence-based care to laboring patients and their families across triage, labor, delivery, and postpartum settings
- Continuously monitor and assess maternal and fetal status (fetal monitoring, maternal hemodynamics) throughout labor and delivery
- Assist with routine and high-risk deliveries, including cesarean sections and emergency interventions
- Collaborate with obstetricians, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, and multidisciplinary teams in a busy L&D unit
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record and ensure compliance with hospital policies and clinical best practices
- Support patients through triage, observation, postpartum recovery, and discharge education
Why Join This Travel Nursing Opportunity
- Competitive weekly pay and guaranteed hours for this 13-week travel contract
- High-volume L&D experience with robust case mix to expand clinical skills in perinatal and obstetric nursing
- Work with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team in Rockford, IL — ideal for nurses seeking Illinois nursing jobs or travel nurse positions near the Chicago area
Interested in this Labor & Delivery travel nurse job in Rockford, IL? Apply now to join our healthcare team. Submit your resume/CV via the job board or contact the recruiter listed on this posting to learn more about this L&D RN opportunity.
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Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - Travel
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About Rockford, IL
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Rockford, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Rockford, IL is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- Average summer highs in Rockford, IL are around 83°F, while winter lows can drop to around 14°F, so be prepared for both warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Rockford, IL, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the help of local real estate agencies and online rental platforms.
- Rockford, IL is car-friendly with easily navigable roads and highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger metropolitan areas.
- Rockford, IL has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Rockford, IL offers a variety of things to do, including a vibrant restaurant scene, cultural and art museums, music venues, sports facilities, and outdoor attractions such as the Anderson Japanese Gardens and the River District along the Rock River.
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