Travel L&D Postpartum RN - $1,390 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 114,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Certified CE credits

Direct deposit

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses in Arlington, TX is seeking a Travel RN with postpartum specialization for a 13-week assignment on a mother/baby unit. You’ll provide postpartum care, collaborate with obstetricians and lactation consultants, and cover 12-hour night shifts (36 hours per week).

Valid RN license and BLS required; nurses with neonatal or mother-baby experience are preferred. The unit is 32 beds with a team of 59 professionals, offering competitive pay, housing options or stipends, travel

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• BLS certification required at start date.
• Postpartum and couplet care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide postpartum nursing care on the postpartum unit.
• Collaborate with obstetricians, pediatricians and lactation consultants.
• Support mother-baby care and newborn assessments.
• Maintain patient safety and documentation during night shifts.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RN)

Postpartum care

Couplet care

BLS certification

Neonatal care

Team collaboration

Education

BSN or equivalent

RN license

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Post Partum for a travel nursing job in Arlington, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Post Partum

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 10/19/2026

Duration: 13 weeks (36 hours per week)

Shift: 12 hours, nights

Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Postpartum (PP) care is needed on the postpartum floor at a healthcare facility in Arlington, Texas. This role involves providing quality postpartum nursing care with exposure to neonatal and mother-baby units. The position offers an opportunity to work closely with obstetricians, pediatricians, and lactation consultants in a supportive environment.

Job Details

Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license
• At least 1 year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Experience with postpartum care and couplet care competencies

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mother-baby charge responsibilities
• Late-preterm or transitional newborn experience
• Breastfeeding support skills

Additional Information

The unit is a mother/baby postpartum unit with 32 operational beds, staffed with a team of 59 professionals including charge RNs, PCTs, and HUCs. Typical procedures performed include newborn screenings, blood glucose monitoring, jaundice monitoring, perineal and incision care, and feeding support. Candidates should demonstrate compassion, team orientation, attention to detail, and ability to work well under pressure. The unit emphasizes hourly safety rounds, bedside shift reports, collaboration, and maintaining a positive work environment.

Benefits

• 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

Posted Date: 2026-08-20

Pay Package

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.

Cross Country Job ID #1277829. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Post Partum Floor.

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.

Additional Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus