Travel L&D Postpartum RN - $1,635 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 112,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel RN with a Post Partum specialty in Austin, Texas. The position requires 12-hour daytime shifts and a 36-hour work week on a 13-week assignment.

Ideal candidates hold an RN license with BLS, and have at least two years of postpartum experience. Travel experience is preferred, and compensation includes transportation and housing support along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid RN licensure and BLS certification are required.
• At least 2 years of postpartum/OB clinical experience is preferred.
• Willingness to work in Austin, TX and daytime 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized postpartum nursing care on the Postpartum Floor.
• Support and educate new mothers during the immediate postpartum period.
• Document patient care and coordinate with the healthcare team in the EHR system.

Skills

2+ years postpartum RN experience

BLS Certification

Travel nursing experience

Education

RN Licensure

BLS Certification

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Post Partum
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Postpartum care is sought for a position in an organization located in Austin, Texas. This role involves providing specialized nursing care on a Postpartum Floor, supporting new mothers during the immediate postpartum period. The assignment is set for a 13-week duration, with shifts primarily scheduled during daytime hours.

Job Details:

• Position Type: Registered Nurse (RN) Postpartum Floor
• Location: Austin, Texas
• Shift: 12-hour shifts (daytime)
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Start Date: 09/07/2026
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN licensure, BLS certification, at least 2 years of relevant experience, willingness to work in the specified location and shift.
• Preferred Qualifications: Previous L/D or Antepartum experience, experience with non-stress tests, hyperemesis management, insulin, magnesium, and heparin drips.
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 09/07/2026.
• Additional Information: The unit typically staff 24 beds with 26 staff members, including a charge nurse, RNs, and a clerk during the day shift. Patient ratios are 3:1 to 4:1, occasionally 2:1 based on acuity. Staff utilize Meditech and CPN electronic health record systems. Candidates with teamwork orientation and good communication skills are ideal. Dress code includes navy blue scrubs.

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

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