First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Post Partum for a travel nursing job in Wichita, Kansas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Post Partum
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/18/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse – Postpartum / Mother-Baby (RN Postpartum)
Order ID: ASC-45336
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (08/30/2026 – 11/28/2026)
Shift Matrix:Night Shift | 19:00 – 07:30 (3x12-Hour Shifts)
Absolute Minimum Qualifications & Departmental Hardstops:
- Licensure Mandate: Active, unencumbered Kansas State RN License or active eNLC Compact RN License held in hand at submission.
- Experience Baseline: Minimum 2+ years of dedicated Postpartum, Mother-Baby, or Combined Antepartum/Postpartum RN experience in an acute care setting.
- Mandatory Certifications:
- Active AHA BLS
- Active NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- Clinical Competency: Proven experience managing both post-delivery mother-infant dyads and high-risk antepartum admissions.
Job Summary & Clinical Scope
A hospital in Wichita, KS is seeking an experienced Postpartum / Mother-Baby Registered Nurse (RN Postpartum) for a 13-week night assignment in Mother Baby Unit 001 (Department 21230). Operating within a dedicated regional maternal-child facility, the RN will deliver couplet care to post-delivery mothers and well-child/level-I newborns, as well as specialized nursing care for antepartum patients.
- Couplet Care & Postpartum Assessment: Conduct comprehensive maternal postpartum assessments (fundal height/firmness, lochia, perineum/surgical site monitoring, pain management) and routine newborn assessments (vital signs, hypoglycemia screening, jaundice monitoring).
- Antepartum Nursing Management: Monitor high-risk antepartum patients admitted for complications such as preeclampsia, premature rupture of membranes (PPROM), gestational diabetes, and preterm labor.
- Lactation & Newborn Education: Provide hands-on breastfeeding assistance, formula feeding guidance, infant safety education, newborn metabolic screening, and discharge preparation for new parents.
- Emergent Intervention & Resuscitation: Recognize and respond rapidly to postpartum hemorrhage, maternal hypertensive crises, and acute neonatal distress in collaboration with OB/GYN and pediatric teams.
Department & Facility Details
- Department Setting: 29-bed Mother-Baby / Postpartum & Antepartum Unit (Department 21230).
Order ID: ASC-45336 Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (08/30/2026 – 11/28/2026) Shift Matrix: Night Shift | 19:00 – 07:30 (3x12-Hour Shifts)
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus