Travel Nurse RN - Postpartum - $1,342 per week in Austin, TX

Registered Nurse (RN) | Postpartum
Location: Austin, TX
Agency: Magnet Medical
Pay: $1,342 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

The Postpartum Registered Nurse provides compassionate, evidence-based care to postpartum patients and their newborns. This includes monitoring maternal recovery after delivery, supporting breastfeeding and bonding, and educating new parents about infant care. The RN collaborates with the healthcare team to ensure safe and effective care for both mother and baby during their hospital stay.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and assess postpartum recovery (vital signs, bleeding, fundus, incision sites, etc.)

• Provide newborn care: vital signs, feeding support, hygiene, and safety

• Educate and support parents on newborn care, breastfeeding, and postpartum recovery

• Administer medications and manage pain control for postpartum patients

• Recognize and respond to potential complications in mothers and newborns

• Document nursing care accurately and timely in electronic medical records (EMR)

• Collaborate with physicians, lactation consultants, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals

• Assist with discharge planning and ensure families are equipped for safe home care

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• Post Partum