Post Partum RN
Jacksonville, NC
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights
$2,634/weekOverview
- Start Date11/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care162 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Mother-Baby/Couplet Care/Post Partum position requiring prior travel experience and Medical-Surgical and Maternal/Fetal patient care skills.
Details
- Work in the Mother-Baby/Couplet Care/Post Partum unit of a hospital setting
- Floor cares for both Medical-Surgical and Maternal/Fetal patients
- Patient ratio of 1:4
- Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours (19:00-07:30)
- Required to work every other weekend
- On-call requirement of 2 calls within a 6-week schedule
- Uses Meditech charting system
Requirements
- Active NC or compact RN license required
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NCI-Online
- AWHONN Beginner certification preferred
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant nursing experience required
- Prior travel nursing experience required
- Experience in IV therapy, administration of blood and blood products, and starting/maintaining IVs
- Experience with antepartum, high risk antepartum, postpartum, and special care nursery/Level II settings preferred
- Skilled in newborn assessment, cord care, discharge teaching, and metabolic screening
- Experience with postpartum care including cesarean section, multiple births, postpartum hemorrhage, and pregnancy induced hypertension
- Experience with NST and external fetal heart monitoring (EFM) preferred
- Previous charge nurse experience preferred
Additional Information
- Provide comprehensive care to mother-baby couplets including postpartum and newborn assessments
- Perform fundus/lochia/perineum care, bladder assessment, and Foley catheter insertion as needed
- Support breastfeeding instructions and baby-friendly protocols
- Assist with circumcision care and provide related parent education
- Provide care for newborns with conditions such as hypoglycemia, low birth weight, and large for gestational age
- Administer pain management and phlebotomy services as required
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be considered
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
- Maximum of 5 days RTO permitted, subject to manager approval
Facility
Onslow Memorial Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Onslow Memorial Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 162 beds
Employer
American Traveler
86 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona was so thorough and great to work with.
Cons
None
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Jacksonville, NC
As a Travel Post Partum Nurse in Jacksonville, NC here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs in the 80s°F and lows in the 60s°F.
- Winter average highs in the 50s°F and lows in the 30s°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially due to the military presence in the area.
- Car-friendly city with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population due to the military presence.
- Wide age range with a significant number of young adults.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma.
- Jacksonville has a large population of travel nurses due to the military and healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- Art and music scene is growing.
- Opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and water sports.
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