Postpartum Travel Nurse Jobs
Traveling mother-baby nurses apply their skills at premier hospitals, one location at a time. Fastaff offers the opportunity to grow professionally in your field while exploring new locations across the country. If you're an experienced RN with a passion for maternal and newborn care, consider our postpartum travel nurse positions.
Postpartum Nurse Qualifications
If you want to become a mother-baby nurse, you'll need to meet the following qualifications:
An active state-issued nursing license
BLS and NRP certifications for most assignments
One to two years of recent postpartum nursing experience
An adventurous spirit with the desire to make a difference in new environments
Having a newborn can be stressful, and patients are often exhausted and full of questions. A mother-baby nurse can make their patients feel seen, heard and understood.
Postpartum Travel Nurse Job Duties and Responsibilities
As a postpartum RN, you'll carefully monitor both mother and child post-birth, watching for any complications that may arise. You'll also counsel new parents on the first steps of infant care before their release from the hospital.
Your duties will differ depending on the facility, though they generally include:
Monitoring vital signs for mothers and newborns.
Assessing recovery progress after delivery or cesarean section.
Administering medications to both adult and infant patients.
Providing breastfeeding support and lactation education.
Conducting newborn assessments and screenings.
Teaching infant care, safe sleep practices and recognizing warning signs.
Responding to postpartum or newborn emergencies.
Documenting care in electronic medical records systems.
You will work closely with obstetricians, pediatricians and lactation consultants, and must balance clinical expertise with compassionate patient care.
Current Mother-Baby Travel Nurse Jobs
Postpartum Travel Nurse Salary and Benefits
As a traveling postpartum nurse, you'll have the freedom to explore different parts of the U.S. Your salary will depend on factors like experience and location.
Fastaff offers comprehensive benefits to support your professional and personal life:
Priority job access: Our relationships with top facilities mean you get first access to desirable assignments.
Travel support: We handle your travel arrangements and cover transportation costs to and from your assignment.
High-paying assignments: Choose from assignments in all 50 states at facilities that value your expertise.
Protected weekly hours: Your contract hours guarantee income stability throughout your assignment.
Direct deposit: Your pay arrives on time each week, so you can plan your finances with confidence.
Professional development: Access tools, resources and support through the Ingenovis Health clinician experience.
Licensure reimbursement: We'll help you obtain additional state licenses.
Health insurance: Options for dental, medical and vision coverage when you need it most.
Career support: Your dedicated recruiting team will match you with opportunities that align with your goals.
