Travel Position | Mother-Baby RN (Postpartum) | Asheville, NC
Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Travel Mother-Baby RN (Postpartum) to join our healthcare team in Asheville, NC. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of postpartum or mother-baby nursing experience and a passion for providing high-quality care to mothers and newborns in a supportive, patient-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct nursing care to postpartum mothers and their newborns, including assessment, monitoring, and interventions.
- Educate and support new mothers on infant care, breastfeeding, postpartum recovery, and maternal wellness.
- Monitor newborns for signs of distress, administer medications, and perform routine newborn procedures per hospital protocols.
- Collaborate with physicians, lactation consultants, and other healthcare professionals to create individualized care plans.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Adhere to infection control, safety, and patient care protocols.
- Provide emotional support to families during the postpartum period, promoting a positive birth and recovery experience.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
- 2+ years of experience in postpartum or mother-baby nursing.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina (or compact license eligible).
- BLS certification required; NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification preferred.
- Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient education skills.
- Ability to work independently in a travel assignment setting.
- Compassion, empathy, and dedication to maternal and newborn care.
DirectShifts is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status,
or any other characteristic protected by law.
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