Travel Registered Nurse Maternal

Wellspring Nurse Source; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellspring Nurse Source seeks a dedicated Mother-Baby Registered Nurse for a travel position in San Angelo, Texas. This role involves providing specialized care to postpartum mothers and their newborns, ensuring they receive the emotional, physical, and educational support needed for a smooth transition home. Candidates should possess a BSN or ADN, valid RN license, and certifications in BLS and NRP, along with experience in maternal and newborn care.

Benefits

Tax-free stipend

Onboarding support

Payroll assistance

Dedicated support team

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in maternal and newborn care preferred.
• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• BLS certification required, NRP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide postpartum care for mothers and monitor newborn health.
• Educate mothers on infant care and breastfeeding techniques.
• Administer medications and document patient care accurately.

Skills

Postpartum care

Newborn care

Breastfeeding support

Emotional support

Patient education

Lactation support

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC)

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)

Job description

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Maternal - Newborn for a travel nursing job in San Angelo, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Maternal - Newborn
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/23/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel
  
  

Job Title: Mother-Baby Registered Nurse (Mother-Baby RN)**

Job Summary

A Mother-Baby Registered Nurse (Mother-Baby RN) provides specialized care to postpartum mothers and their newborns, ensuring a smooth transition from hospital to home. The Mother-Baby RN focuses on the physical, emotional, and educational needs of both the mother and newborn, fostering bonding, supporting breastfeeding, and ensuring the health and well-being of both.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and provide postpartum care for mothers, focusing on physical healing, emotional support, and education.
• Monitor and care for newborns, ensuring proper feeding, growth, and developmental milestones.
• Provide education to mothers on infant care, breastfeeding, postpartum recovery, and parenting techniques.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, including pain management, wound care, and lactation support.
• Monitor maternal and newborn vital signs, identifying and managing any postpartum complications such as infections, bleeding, or breastfeeding issues.
• Support and educate mothers on breastfeeding, helping with latch techniques, and addressing concerns related to lactation.
• Assist with newborn care, including bathing, feeding, and recognizing signs of illness or distress.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, lactation consultants, and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care for both mother and baby.
• Promote bonding between mother and baby, offering guidance on skin-to-skin contact and parenting strategies.
• Provide emotional support to new mothers, helping them navigate the emotional challenges of postpartum life.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient care, assessments, and progress according to hospital standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.
• Licensure:
• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Certification:
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification preferred.
• Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC) or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in maternal and newborn care preferred
  

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #32355837. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN Mother Baby

About Wellspring Nurse Source

Wellspring is nurse owned and operated which means that we get you, we stand behind you, and we advocate for you. We are 100% committed to helping you find your best job at the best rate. We are unwavering in our commitment to supporting our clinicians on every step of their travel adventure, assisting with everything from onboarding and payroll to on-the-job clinical support with a dedicated Clinician Success Team. You’re not just a number at Wellspring, you’re a valued member of our family. Join us and experience the Wellspring difference.