Job Title
Registered Nurse - Mother Baby
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse for a 13-week contract assignment in a Family Centered Care unit in Canton, Georgia. This role focuses on providing comprehensive care to postpartum mothers and their newborns, emphasizing couplet care within a supportive environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring the health and well-being of both mother and baby, providing essential education to new parents, and facilitating a smooth transition for families during their hospital stay. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mother Baby RN to contribute to a patient-focused team.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert postpartum couplet care, including maternal and neonatal assessments.
- Educate new parents on newborn care, feeding techniques (breastfeeding and bottle-feeding), and maternal recovery.
- Monitor vital signs and assess for potential complications in both mother and baby.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
- Assist with initial newborn screenings and procedures.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure holistic patient care.
- Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of patient care.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of two (2) years of recent experience within a Mother Baby or Postpartum specialty.
Preferred Qualifications
Skills & Competencies
- Proficiency in postpartum maternal assessment and care.
- Expertise in newborn assessment and care, including vital signs, feeding, and hygiene.
- Strong patient education skills, particularly for new parents.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, family-centered environment.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Compassion and empathy for patients and their families.
Shift Details
- Shift Type: Nights (NOC)
- Shift Duration: 12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
- Days per Week: 3 days
- Schedule: Monday - Sunday rotation, including weekends as needed.
- Call Requirements: Not specified.
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: 2026-09-09
- End Date: 2026-12-12
Licensing Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia.
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.