Travel Mother Baby​/Post Partum RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Post Partum for a travel nursing job in Spokane, Washington.

• Specialty:
  Post Partum
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/24/2026
• Duration:
  21 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 21 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Mother Baby / Post Partum position requiring at least 1 year of Mother-Baby/Postpartum experience and a WA or Compact RN license, working 12-hour night shifts.

• Mother Baby Unit within a hospital setting, operating as a closed pod to the birth center
• 23-bed unit serving postpartum and low-risk antepartum patients
• Patient ratio of 1:3–4 (antepartum or couplets)
• 12-hour night shifts, with shift times of 1900–0730 and 0700–1930
• Weekend rotation required, every other or every third weekend
• No on-call requirement — voluntary only
• Floating may be required to L&D (antepartum or recoveries) and NICU (NAS and feeder growers); voluntary floating to Med/Surg is also available
• EMR:
  Epic (preferred)
• IV pumps:
  Alaris; medication dispensing:
  Pyxis
• 6-week scheduling cycle released 2 weeks in advance or sooner; holiday schedule released 12 weeks in advance

• Active WA or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required; EFM certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of Mother-Baby/Postpartum nursing experience required
• Minimum 2 years of total RN experience required
• Proficiency in newborn care including vital signs, thermoregulation, hypoglycemia management, bilirubin monitoring, and care of NAS babies
• Breastfeeding assistance skills required
• Ability to independently manage 3–4 couplets, perform thorough maternal and newborn assessments, fundal checks, discharge teaching, and neonate vaccination
• Newborn lab and phlebotomy skills, IV skills (adult), and PKU testing experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• A clinical interview is required for consideration
• Two supervisor-level references required prior to start (one reference acceptable at time of submission)

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Orientation consists of 3 preceptor shifts: 1 day shift and 2 night shifts (NEO format)
• Unit support includes a charge nurse (with reduced patient ratio), receptionist/HUC coverage 7 days/week with evening coverage until 0100 four days/week, lactation nurses daily from 0730–1600, phlebotomy services, CNAs, RT 24/7, and in-house hospitalist/OB and anesthesia 24/7
• Holiday requirement is at least one winter holiday and one summer holiday — no blackout dates
• RTO of up to 7 days allowed
• Any color scrubs are acceptable on the Mother Baby Unit; hospital scrubs are required when floating to NICU
• Free parking is available in designated areas
• Team-oriented culture described as friendly, kind, helpful, and positive, with a strong retention rate

American Traveler Job  #P-734320. 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:
Travel RN
- Mother Baby
- Post Partum

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.