Travel Nurse RN - Mother Baby - $1,948 per week in Charlottesville, VA

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Mother-Baby / Couplet Care / Post Partum Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day and Night shifts rotating every 6 weeks Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum 1 year in a similar setting License: Valid nursing license required; pending licenses accepted Certifications: BLS, NRP, NCC_EFM*, ACLS* Must-Have: Proven experience with patient ratios of 4:1, charting system experience with Epic, and floating ability within skill set including NICU Description: The role involves clinical review and care for postpartum and antepartum patients. Care for neonates and adults, with specific attention to high-risk antepartum and postpartum patients.

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Mother-Baby / Couplet Care / Post Partum Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day and Night shifts rotating every 6 weeks Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum 1 year in a similar setting License: Valid nursing license required; pending licenses accepted Certifications: BLS, NRP, NCC_EFM*, ACLS* Must-Have: Proven experience with patient ratios of 4:1, charting system experience with Epic, and floating ability within skill set including NICU Description: The role involves clinical review and care for postpartum and antepartum patients. The nurse will be responsible for coupling care for mothers and their newborns. Floating to NICU to care for level II nursery patients is required. The nurse will provide discharge teaching to parents and educate them regarding circumcision care. Administration of blood products, pitocin, and other medications will be part of the responsibilities. The position requires assisting with sterile exams and assessments. Nurses will support breastfeeding and educate on breast milk collection and storage. Assessment of postpartum conditions and managing hemorrhages is expected. Care for neonates and adults, with specific attention to high-risk antepartum and postpartum patients. Utilization of external fetal heart monitoring and care for special cases such as neonatal abstinence syndrome. Adherence to baby-friendly protocols by supporting rooming-in and lactation care. The nurse will also perform bladder assessments and insert Foley catheters as needed. Education on car seat safety and discharge processes is crucial. Use of electric/manual breast pumps and PCA (IV) is included in the scope of care. Commitment to continuous learning and development in a supportive environment is essential.