Entry Level Postpartum Nurse Jobs
New grad postpartum nurse jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where clinical rotations, internship work, or a strong practicum record can carry more weight than tenure. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, with employers like Banner Health, Career Land Center, and The University of Iowa hiring at this level now.
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- Location: Milwaukee, WI
- Facility: Saint Joseph's Hospital
- Department: Postpartum
- Schedule: Day shift | Full-time
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
- Clinical Execution: Implement patient care plans and carry out physician and nursing orders.
- Patient Monitoring: Observe, document, and communicate the patient's condition accurately.
- Interdisciplinary Coordination: Serve as the primary coordinator to ensure well-integrated care across all disciplines.
- Discharge Planning: Collaborate with the healthcare team to assess and manage patient discharge needs.
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Required Credential(s):
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State.
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
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- Location: Milwaukee, WI
- Facility: Saint Joseph's Hospital
- Department: Postpartum
- Schedule: Day shift | Full-time
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
- Clinical Execution: Implement patient care plans and carry out physician and nursing orders.
- Patient Monitoring: Observe, document, and communicate the patient's condition accurately.
- Interdisciplinary Coordination: Serve as the primary coordinator to ensure well-integrated care across all disciplines.
- Discharge Planning: Collaborate with the healthcare team to assess and manage patient discharge needs.
-
Required Credential(s):
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State.
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
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Entry Level Postpartum Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level postpartum nurse job?
Start by targeting hospitals, birthing centers, and health systems that run new grad nurse residency or transition-to-practice programs, as these are built for candidates with limited floor experience. Highlight your OB or mother-baby clinical rotations, any postpartum or labor and delivery practicum hours, and your NCLEX licensure. A cover letter that speaks directly to postpartum patient care gives entry level applicants a clear edge.
Which companies hire entry level postpartum nurses?
Companies hiring entry level postpartum nurses right now include Banner Health, Career Land Center, and The University of Iowa, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from large health systems, regional hospital networks, and women's specialty centers that have the staffing infrastructure to onboard and train new graduates.
Are there remote entry level postpartum nurse jobs?
Yes, though most postpartum nursing roles are hands-on and on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level postpartum nurse openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve postpartum telephone triage, lactation consulting support, or care coordination roles rather than direct bedside care.
Are these new grad postpartum nurse jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior postpartum nurse roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts clinical rotation hours in lieu of paid floor time, or notes that a nurse residency program is included. Searching for these signals helps recent graduates identify the right openings quickly.
Which industries hire the most entry level postpartum nurses?
Entry Level postpartum nurse roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate dedicated mother-baby or labor and delivery units with the patient volume and staffing ratios that support bringing on new graduates.