Travel Mother-Baby/Couplet Care RN - $1,935 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Maternal - Newborn for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Maternal - Newborn Discipline: RN Start Date: 06/01/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Mother/Baby Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Contract | Columbus, OH (43210) Mother/Baby Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Contract in Columbus, OH 43210. 13-week postpartum RN role; night shift; EPIC, BLS, IV-certified. Join a supportive mother-baby unit as a travel nurse providing family-centered postpartum care. Join a dedicated team in Columbus, Ohio, a vibrant city with a welcoming community, thriving arts, and beautiful parks. This travel nursing opportunity places you at the heart of a 40-bed inpatient postpartum unit delivering excellent mother and newborn care in a university town atmosphere. Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,720 – $1,820 (competitive travel nurse pay) Location: Columbus, OH 43210 — Columbus healthcare jobs, Ohio travel nursing Setting: 40-bed inpatient postpartum unit, Family-Centered Care, Mother-Baby Unit Contract Duration: 13 weeks (June 1, 2026 – August 31, 2026) Shift: Night, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00 – 07:30) — Postpartum RN night shift Hours per Week: 36 Patient Ratios: 3-4 dyads (6-8 patients) per nurse — couplet care experience preferred Parking: Multiple affordable and convenient parking permits available for travelers Job Requirements Minimum 2 years of postpartum or mother-baby RN experience Active RN license (compact or Ohio state license required at submission) — Ohio nursing jobs BLS certification (AHA) IV certification with demonstrated IV start skills Labor & Delivery experience required EPIC charting experience (electronic medical records) Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program Ability to float to units of similar acuity (antepartum, L&D) as needed Must pass EKG exam prior to start (telemetry interpretation required) Two professional references (one from manager/director or formal leadership) Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only) Urgent fingerprinting process required for onboarding Preferred: Previous travel nursing experience and prior mother-baby travel assignments Responsibilities Provide comprehensive postpartum care to mothers and newborns, including care after vaginal and cesarean deliveries Perform newborn assessments, cord care, metabolic screening, and phototherapy as indicated Administer medications safely, including IV antibiotics, heparin, insulin drips, antihypertensives, magnesium sulfate, and opioids Monitor and manage postpartum hemorrhage, pregnancy-induced hypertension, wound infections, and other postpartum complications Teach and support breastfeeding, lactation basics, discharge instructions, circumcision care, and thermoregulation Provide care for NAS infants, large-for-gestational-age, and low birth weight infants Perform pain and bladder assessments, Foley catheter insertion, and fundus/lochia/perineum care Utilize electric and manual breast pumps and provide couplet care for mother-newborn dyads Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including IV teams, physical therapy, pharmacy, and social services Float to antepartum and other units within the organization as needed This Columbus travel nurse position is ideal for postpartum RNs seeking meaningful clinical experience in a supportive mother-baby environment. Enjoy a balance of professional growth and quality of life in a city with cultural attractions, dining, and outdoor activities. Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Mother/Baby Registered Nurse (RN) in Columbus, OH. Advance your nursing career with this high-impact travel nursing opportunity! Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 471593. 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: Mother/Baby About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.