RN, Postpartum

Trinity Health; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking an RN to provide postpartum and newborn care, supporting maternal recovery and early newborn transition. The nurse will perform comprehensive assessments, manage pain, and document care while collaborating with obstetric, pediatric, and lactation teams to ensure safe discharge and family education.

This role emphasizes breastfeeding support, family-centered nursing, and adherence to safety standards in a supportive postpartum unit environment.

Qualifications

• RN license required to practice in the state.
• Experience in postpartum or obstetric nursing preferred.
• Ability to educate patients and families effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive postpartum and newborn assessments and monitor condition changes.
• Coordinate care plans with physicians, midwives, lactation consultants, and the care team.
• Provide patient and family education on postpartum recovery, newborn feeding, safety, and discharge preparation.

Skills

Postpartum care

Newborn assessment

Pain management

Documentation

Patient education

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Records)

Job description

Position Summary

The RN, Postpartum provides comprehensive nursing care to postpartum patients and newborns following delivery, supporting maternal recovery and early newborn transition. This role conducts ongoing maternal and neonatal assessments, manages pain and comfort needs, and monitors clinical status to ensure safe, evidence-based postpartum care. Working collaboratively with obstetric, pediatric, and lactation teams, the RN supports breastfeeding, bonding, and family readiness for discharge. As part of a supportive, team-oriented postpartum care environment, this position promotes informed, confident transitions to home through patient education, compassionate communication, and family-centered nursing practice.

Position Summary

The RN, Postpartum provides comprehensive nursing care to postpartum patients and newborns following delivery, supporting maternal recovery and early newborn transition. This role conducts ongoing maternal and neonatal assessments, manages pain and comfort needs, and monitors clinical status to ensure safe, evidence-based postpartum care. Working collaboratively with obstetric, pediatric, and lactation teams, the RN supports breastfeeding, bonding, and family readiness for discharge. As part of a supportive, team-oriented postpartum care environment, this position promotes informed, confident transitions to home through patient education, compassionate communication, and family-centered nursing practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive postpartum and newborn assessments, monitoring changes in condition and responding promptly to clinical needs.
• Coordinate individualized care plans with physicians, midwives, lactation consultants, and interdisciplinary team members to support safe recovery and infant well-being.
• Provide patient and family education on postpartum healing, newborn feeding, safety practices, and discharge preparation.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, medications, and patient responses in the electronic health record.
• Support and promote breastfeeding by assisting with positioning, latch, and early feeding guidance in collaboration with lactation services.
• Ensure adherence to infection-prevention, safety, and regulatory standards, contributing to a secure and supportive unit environment.