Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse (RN) – Postpartum / Mother-Baby – Texas
Start Date: July 28, 2026
Location: Arlington, Texas
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Night Shift, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Patient ratio typically 1:3 couplets (varies based on acuity and unit mix) | No on-call requirement
Highlights:
- 32-bed operational postpartum and mother-baby unit with a collaborative team of 59 staff members
- Float support limited to antepartum overflow and labor & delivery recoveries
- EMR systems: Meditech and CPN
- Procedures include newborn screenings, blood glucose monitoring, jaundice monitoring, perineal and incision care, and feeding support
- Staffing model includes Charge RN, staff RNs, Patient Care Technicians, and unit coordinators
- Evidence-based policies with focus on hourly rounding, bedside shift report, and patient satisfaction
Requirements:
- Active Texas RN license or compact state license with ability to practice in Texas
- Couplet care competencies (required)
- Breastfeeding support skills (required)
- Mother-baby charge experience (preferred)
- Late-preterm or transitional newborn experience (preferred)
- Compassionate, team-oriented, detail-focused, and able to work well under pressure
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a welcoming and supportive postpartum team in a stable environment with flexible scheduling and consistent patient ratios. The unit features a positive, respectful culture where both newer and experienced nurses collaborate closely with OB, pediatricians, and lactation specialists. With strong exposure to both postpartum and newborn care skills, this role offers professional growth in a unit where staff genuinely enjoy coming to work and maintain a supportive atmosphere.