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GHR Healthcare

Travel Postpartum Nurse

Boston, MA

$2.13K - $2.25K/wk

Discipline: RN * Start Date: 07/06/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel Travel Postpartum Registered Nurse (RN) - Boston, MA | OB Float Pool ...

PRIDE Health

Travel Postpartum RN

Boston, MA

Posted job title: RN:Postpartum,19:00:00-07:30:00 About PRIDE Health PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global--an integrated human capital solutions and ...

Magnet Medical

RN - Post Partum

Framingham, MA

$2.01K/wk

The RN collaborates with the healthcare team to ensure safe and effective care for both mother and ... Monitor and assess postpartum recovery (vital signs, bleeding, fundus, incision sites, etc.

First Connect Health

RN - Float

Salem, MA

*** LD and Postpartum RN Day Rotator w/ 1 Night of Call and EOW - 36 or 48hrs. *** Shift: Rotate between 7:00am to 7:30pm, 11:00am to 11:30pm, and 7:00pm to 7:30am and EOW. Unit Name: Labor & Delivery ...

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How much do postpartum rn jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for postpartum rn in Massachusetts is $72.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55.38 and $79.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Postpartum RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Postpartum RN, you need expertise in maternal-newborn care, postpartum assessment, and lactation support, backed by an active RN license and often certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), fetal monitoring equipment, and newborn screening procedures is typically required. Compassion, strong communication, and the ability to educate and reassure new families are outstanding soft skills in this role. These skills are vital for ensuring safe recovery, fostering positive patient experiences, and supporting healthy transitions for mothers and infants.

What are some common challenges faced by Postpartum RNs during their shifts?

Postpartum RNs often navigate a fast-paced environment where they must balance the care of both mother and newborn, manage pain control, and monitor for complications like postpartum hemorrhage. Effective communication with families, education on newborn care and breastfeeding, and coordinating with physicians and lactation consultants are daily responsibilities. Adapting to varying patient needs and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of best practices are key to overcoming these challenges and ensuring positive outcomes.

What are Postpartum RNs?

Postpartum Registered Nurses (RNs) are specialized nurses who provide care to mothers and newborns immediately after childbirth. Their responsibilities include monitoring the physical and emotional well-being of both mother and baby, assisting with breastfeeding and newborn care, administering medications, and educating families about postpartum recovery and newborn health. Postpartum RNs work in hospitals, birthing centers, and sometimes in home care settings to ensure a safe and healthy transition for both mother and child.

How much do postpartum nurses get paid an hour?

Postpartum nurses typically earn between $25 and $40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and healthcare facility. Salaries may also vary based on certifications, shift differentials, and full-time or part-time status.

What is the difference between Postpartum Rn vs Labor and Delivery Nurse?

AspectPostpartum RnLabor and Delivery Nurse
CertificationsRN license, postpartum care trainingRN license, labor and delivery training
Work EnvironmentPostpartum units, hospitals, clinicsDelivery rooms, hospitals
Job FocusPost-birth recovery, newborn care, maternal supportLabor, delivery, active childbirth process
Common Search IntentPostpartum care, maternal recoveryLabor process, delivery assistance

Postpartum Rns primarily focus on caring for mothers after childbirth and supporting newborns, while Labor and Delivery Nurses assist during active labor and delivery. Both roles require RN licensure, but their work environments and responsibilities differ significantly, catering to different stages of the childbirth process.

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Infographic showing various Postpartum Rn job openings in Massachusetts as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 9% As Needed, 17% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 61% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $150,424 per year, or $72.3 per hour.
Travel Postpartum Nurse

Travel Postpartum Nurse

GHR Healthcare

Boston, MA

$2.13K - $2.25K/wk

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Post Partum for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Post Partum
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 07/06/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

Travel Postpartum Registered Nurse (RN) – Boston, MA | OB Float Pool

Travel Postpartum RN (Registered Nurse) – 13-week OB Float Pool assignment in Boston, MA 02115. Active MA RN license and minimum 2 years OB/maternal-newborn experience required.

Join a dynamic OB Float Pool team in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts. As a Postpartum Nurse on a travel nursing assignment, you'll deliver exceptional maternal-newborn and postpartum care in a world-class medical environment. This Boston healthcare opportunity is ideal for postpartum RNs, perinatal nurses, and travel nurses seeking Massachusetts nursing jobs.

Job Details
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130 – $2,250 (estimated travel nurse pay)
  • Location: Boston, MA 02115 — Boston healthcare opportunity
  • Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (May 18, 2026 – August 16, 2026)
  • Hours per Week: 36
  • Shift: 12-hour shifts, any shift (including every other weekend/every other holiday)
  • Employment Type: Travel nursing assignment (on-site)
  • Number of Openings: 2
Qualifications / Job Requirements
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts (MA)
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant clinical OB experience (Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, Newborn Nursery) — maternal-newborn / perinatal nursing experience preferred
  • Experience in antenatal and postpartum environments preferred
  • Ability to float between antenatal, postpartum, and newborn units as needed (OB Float Pool)
  • Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and patient education skills
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide compassionate postpartum care to mothers and newborns as a postpartum RN and travel nurse
  • Assess, plan, and implement individualized nursing care for postpartum and newborn patients
  • Monitor patient conditions and report changes to the interdisciplinary healthcare team
  • Educate patients and families on postpartum recovery, newborn care, and discharge planning
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal maternal and newborn outcomes
  • Float to antenatal or postpartum units based on facility needs within the OB Float Pool

Apply now to join our Boston healthcare team — ideal for experienced postpartum RNs, perinatal nurses, and travel nurses seeking Massachusetts nursing jobs.

Join our healthcare team today and take the next step in your travel nursing career.

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 #474304. 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: Postpartum

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