Postpartum Registered Nurse

AIMS Locum Tenens; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking an experienced Postpartum Registered Nurse to provide direct care to mothers and newborns at Walter Reed. You will handle postpartum and newborn monitoring, couplet care, and education for discharge in a fast-paced maternal-child setting.

The role requires 3 years RN experience with 2 years in high-risk obstetrics, ARNP certification, and ability to work 12.5-hour shifts with weekend coverage as assigned. On-site, hospital-based care at WRNMMC in Bethesda, MD.

Qualifications

• RN license valid in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• Diploma and/or ADN/AD or BSN from an accredited program.
• ACEN or CCNE accreditation required for nursing program.
• 3 years of continuous RN experience; 2 years in high-risk obstetrics.
• Current BLS, STABLE, NRP certifications; CBC background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to normal and high-risk postpartum mothers and newborns.
• Perform maternal and newborn assessments and develop care plans.
• Provide couplet care and monitor newborns.
• Administer postpartum and newborn medications as prescribed.
• Monitor for post-anesthesia complications and manage airway/pain/hemodynamics.
• Educate patients and families on breastfeeding, medications, and discharge.
• Document accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in rounds, training, and quality improvement activities.
• May float to NICU or Pediatrics after cross-training.
• Respond to emergencies and support discharge readiness.

Skills

Postpartum care

Newborn care

Discharge planning

Couplet care

Nursing assessment

Education

Diploma

ADN/AD or BSN

ACEN/CCNE accreditation

Tools

MHS GENESIS

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Job Overview

AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking experienced Postpartum Registered Nurses to provide care to mothers and newborns (couplet care) at Walter Reed. The RN will care for both normal and high-risk postpartum patients, provide newborn care, administer medications, monitor patients following anesthesia, provide patient and family education, and prepare mothers and newborns for safe discharge.

Key Duties

• Provide direct nursing care to normal and high-risk postpartum mothers and newborns.
• Perform maternal and newborn assessments and develop nursing care plans.
• Provide couplet care and newborn monitoring.
• Operate newborn equipment, including glucose monitors and pulse oximeters.
• Provide newborn care and resuscitation when required.
• Administer prescribed postpartum and newborn medications.
• Monitor and manage potential post-anesthesia complications, including airway, pain, and hemodynamic concerns.
• Operate radiant warmers, IV infusion pumps, glucose monitors, and other clinical equipment.
• Provide breastfeeding, medication, newborn-care, and discharge education to patients and families.
• Assess mother and newborn readiness for discharge or NICU transfer.
• Complete accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
• Respond appropriately to maternal and newborn emergencies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, training, simulations, quality improvement, and unit activities.
• May float to NICU or Pediatrics after appropriate cross-training and competency verification.

Qualifications

Education: Diploma, ADN/AD or BSN from an accredited School of Nursing. The nursing program must be accredited by ACEN or CCNE.

Experience: Must have been continuously employed as an RN for 3 years immediately before starting at WRNMMC, including at least 2 years caring for high-risk obstetrical patients. Must have experience in the full spectrum of postpartum care.

Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse license from a U.S. jurisdiction.

Required Certifications

• BLS
• S.T.A.B.L.E.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - renewed every 2 years

Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Computer Skills: Basic computer skills and ability to document in electronic medical records such as MHS GENESIS.

Schedule

12.5-hour shifts:

Day: 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM

Night: 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM

Must work at least 50% of weekends during each 6-week scheduling period. One on-call shift per pay period is required. Holiday and other mission-essential coverage may also be required.

Work Environment

Hospital-based Mother Infant Care Center providing postpartum and newborn care. The RN works closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff in a fast-paced maternal-child healthcare environment.

Health & Security Requirements

Must meet WRNMMC occupational health, immunization, credentialing, training, and security requirements. This position also requires a Child Care Background Check (CBC).