Travel L&D Mother/Baby RN - $1,795 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Maternal - Newborn for a travel nursing job in Opelousas, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Maternal - Newborn
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The organization is seeking a Nursery Registered Nurse (RN) for a 8-week contract specializing in Mother/Baby Couplet Care in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and nursery setting. The assignment requires providing specialized maternal and neonatal care in a hospital environment, with a focus on supporting mothers and newborns. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical setting, delivering high-quality patient care.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), at least 1 year of nursing experience, and punctual availability to start on 09/28/2026.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Mother/Baby or Nursery care, NICU experience, and familiarity with nursery protocols.
• Additional Information: This position involves caring for neonatal and maternal patients in a nursery and NICU environment, requiring proficiency in neonatal stabilization, maternal assessments, and family support.
• Submission Requirements: All qualified candidates should be available for immediate placement and submit relevant certifications along with their application.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1312122. 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: Registered Nurse / Mother/Baby Couplet Care

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus