Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $1,700 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Austin, Texas.

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Austin, Texas.

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/31/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

The Postpartum Floor registered nurse position is located in Austin, Texas. This contract role involves providing specialized care in a 24-bed postpartum unit with a high-volume birth rate, supporting Level IV maternal services. The position is suitable for qualified nurses seeking a 13-week assignment offering night shifts and an opportunity to work within a dynamic and professional environment.

• Location:
  
  Austin, Texas
• Shift: Nights (12 hours)
• Hours Per Week:
  Minimum of 36 hours
• Start Date:
  
  08/31/2026
• Qualifications:
  
  Valid RN license, BLS certification, at least 1 year of relevant experience, experience in L&D or postpartum nursing preferred, current NRP Advanced Provider certification required (not the Essentials)
• Schedule:
  
  Night shifts, 12-hour shift times, minimum 36 hours per week
• Patient Ratios:
  Typically 3:1 or 4:1, occasionally 2:1 depending on acuity
• Unit
  
  Description:
  
  A 24-bed postpartum unit with Level IV maternal and Level III NICU services, handling approximately 12,000 births annually, specializing in postpartum and antepartum care
• Procedures Performed:
  Non-stress tests, hyperemesis management, insulin and magnesium drips, heparin infusions
• Dress Code:
  Navy blue scrubs preferred; specific dress code policies to be followed
• Additional Information:
  The unit emphasizes teamwork and communication, with opportunities for technological upgrades and a highly experienced staff committed to quality care

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Posted Date:

Cross Country Job . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Registered Nurse / Post Partum Floor

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines.

Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.