Postpartum/Mom Baby RN
Smyrna, TN
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,653/weekOverview
- Start Date06/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse - Post Partum/Mom Baby (Travel)
Location: Smyrna, Tennessee
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36
Unit Overview
- Unit: Women’s Services
- Beds: 9 Labor & Delivery, 3 swing rooms, 2 ORs, 3 bed OBED
- Patient Ratios: 1-2 patients per nurse
- Staffing: Unit secretary and scrub tech available; dedicated CRNA and midwife in-house 24/7; OBGYN on call
- Documentation Systems: CPN and Meditech
- Scheduling: Requires 4 weekend shifts per month
- Floating Policy: May float to mother/baby unit or other departments for tasks
- Patient Experience Goal: Maintain above 75% satisfaction
- Awards: HCA Unit of Distinction 2021; Pilot hospital for NTSV and Team Birth initiatives
Job Responsibilities & Procedures
- Provide high-quality care to laboring patients
- Support patient choice and promote vaginal birth opportunities based on patient preference
- Perform circulating in OR, intrauterine pressure catheter (IUPC), fetal scalp electrode (FSE), magnesium sulfate administration, postpartum hemorrhage management (JADA system), and nitrous oxide administration
- Participate in couplet care in postpartum unit to keep newborns bedside and promote breastfeeding, including donor milk availability
- Collaborate with 8-bed Level 2 NICU with Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) coverage 24/7 for high-risk deliveries
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Tennessee
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery experience, including experience within the last year
- Post Partum nursing experience
- Certifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Work Environment & Dress Code
- Uniform: Hot pink top preferred, black bottoms allowed
- Laborist team model with 24/7 midwives and dedicated CRNA
- Personalized birth experience focus
Additional Notes
- The unit emphasizes teamwork, advanced care models, and patient-centered approaches
- Staff tenure and experience contribute to a supportive work environment
- NICU support available on-site for high-risk newborn care
Employer
Host Healthcare
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Pros
Friendly, professional,
Cons
None
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During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Smyrna, TN
As a Travel Post Partum Nurse in Smyrna, TN here's what you should know:- Smyrna's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 89°F, and winter lows are around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Smyrna, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Smyrna is car-friendly, with a well-developed road network.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Smyrna has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Smyrna offers a variety of restaurants, including local Southern cuisine.
- There are also opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking and fishing, as well as local sports events and community music and arts festivals.
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