Travel RN Mother/Baby

The Employee Connect; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 92,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

The Employee Connect is seeking Travel Mother Baby RNs for a 13-week assignment in Providence, Rhode Island. You will care for postpartum mothers and newborns, supporting families through their first days in a fast-paced, collaborative unit. This travel position requires an active Rhode Island or compact RN license, a minimum of 2 years in Mother Baby or postpartum care, and current BLS and NRP certifications. Travel distance of 60 miles or more from the facility is required.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in RI or compact license.
• Minimum 2 years in Mother Baby or postpartum care.
• Current BLS and NRP certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide couplet care to postpartum mothers and newborns
• Assess mothers and infants and respond to changes quickly
• Support breastfeeding and infant feeding education
• Administer medications and newborn screenings per protocol
• Teach families about newborn care and discharge plans
• Document care accurately in the EHR

Skills

RN license

2+ years MB/postpartum

BLS and NRP

Job description

Travel RN Mother/Baby

Location: Providence, Rhode Island

Shift/Schedule: Full-time, 13-week travel assignment, shifts per unit needs

Pay/Compensation: $66.79 to $68.79 per hour

About the Role

A leading regional healthcare provider known for patient-centric care is seeking Travel Mother Baby RNs in Providence. You will care for postpartum mothers and newborns and support families through their first days. This 13-week assignment suits an experienced couplet care nurse.

Assignment Details

• Contract assignment, 3 months with possible extension
• Work setting: onsite
• Openings: 2
• Anticipated start: within the next two to three weeks
• Candidates must live 60 or more miles from the facility

Core Responsibilities

• Provide couplet care to postpartum mothers and newborns
• Assess mothers and infants and respond to changes quickly
• Support breastfeeding and infant feeding education
• Administer medications and newborn screenings per protocol
• Teach families about newborn care and discharge plans
• Document care accurately in the EHR

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license (Rhode Island or compact)
• Minimum 2 years of recent Mother Baby or postpartum experience
• Current BLS and NRP certification
• Strong patient and family education skills
• Must reside 60 or more miles from the facility (travel requirement)

Preferred Qualifications

• RNC-MNN or IBCLC certification
• High-volume maternity unit experience
• Epic experience
• Travel or contract assignment experience at multiple facilities
• Strong references from recent clinical managers
• Flexibility to work varied shifts when the unit needs support

Work Environment

• Fast-paced clinical unit with an established care team
• Clear orientation to unit policies, systems and workflows
• Strong focus on patient safety and regulatory compliance
• Shift schedule confirmed before your assignment begins
• Collaborative physicians, nurses and support staff

Who Thrives Here

• Experienced clinicians who adapt quickly to new units
• Professionals who put patient safety first on every shift
• Team players who communicate clearly during handoffs
• Self-starters comfortable learning new charting systems
• Travelers who enjoy new cities and new colleagues
• Clinicians who stay calm and focused under pressure

Benefits & Pay

• Pay: $66.79 to $68.79 per hour
• 13-week travel contract
• Contract employment through The Employee Connect
• Clear assignment dates with a possible extension
• Fast, simple application and interview process
• Dedicated recruiter support from application through assignment end

Screening Questions

1. Do you hold an active Rhode Island or compact RN license?
2. How many years of Mother Baby or postpartum experience do you have?
3. Do you live at least 60 miles from Providence, Rhode Island?