Highlights

Certifications, Education, and Experience: Valid Compact or Tennessee (TN) nursing license; BLS (Basic Life Support); NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program); minimum of 2 years of RN experience in Mother/Baby or L&D; prior travel experience required. The position involves providing specialized care for mothers and newborns during their hospital stay, with responsibilities including newborn transition care and supporting obstetric patients.

Description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Clarksville, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Labor and Delivery
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/16/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Mother/Baby Nurse Labor and Delivery, Mother/Baby Newborn Care This role is based at a 270-bed healthcare facility. The position involves providing specialized care for mothers and newborns during their hospital stay, with responsibilities including newborn transition care and supporting obstetric patients. The assignment starts on 11/16/2026 and concludes on 02/13/2027.

Job Details

Position: Mother/Baby Nurse Labor and Delivery, Mother/Baby Couplet Care
Certifications, Education, and Experience: Valid Compact or Tennessee (TN) nursing license; BLS (Basic Life Support); NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program); minimum of 2 years of RN experience in Mother/Baby or L&D; prior travel experience required.
Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Additional Responsibilities: Experience with newborn transition care is essential. May be required to float to NICU and L&D to assist with staffing needs.
EMR Systems: Cerner and GE Centricity.
Other Requirements: Must be flexible to meet scheduling needs of the unit; no time off approved from 9/19-10/17 due to Epic Go Live.
Submission: Candidates must have BLS, NRP, and Compact or TN license on file at the time of submission.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1322173. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Mother/Baby Couplet Care

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