RN - Full-Time - 36 hours per week

Requisition Number: 11951

Pay Range: $42.42 - $95.85 per hour

Location : CHA Cambridge Birth Center 

Category : Registered Nurse

Department : CHA Cambridge Birth Center

Job Type : Full-time

Union Name : MNA Cambridge

Length Of Shift(s) In Hours : 12-hour rotating shifts
Shift Start + End Times: 7:00am- 7:30pm and 7:00pm - 7:30am, including weekend rotation and holidays as assigned
Hours/Week: 36.00 
Weekend Requirements:  yes
Holiday Requirements: yes
On Call Requirements:  no

About the CHA Birth Center

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is a nationally recognized, award-winning health system proudly serving the communities of Boston’s metro-north region. As a leader in community-based care, CHA is committed to delivering high-quality, equitable, and culturally responsive care to every patient, regardless of background or circumstance. 

At the CHA Birth Center, we offer exceptional perinatal care to expectant parents with low-risk pregnancies. Our interdisciplinary team works to support individuals and families from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that everyone feels comfortable and supported throughout their journey—prenatally, during labor and delivery, and into the postpartum period. We are proud of our welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive approach to care.

Position Overview

The OB/GYN Registered Nurse provides high-quality patient care in accordance with the established standards of nursing practice at Cambridge Health Alliance. This role requires strong clinical knowledge, initiative, and evidence-based nursing skills to care for patients with diverse and complex needs. 

The RN is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care, collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team to deliver safe, patient-centered, and culturally responsive care.

Key Responsibilities

Patient-Centered Care

• Provide compassionate, respectful, and culturally responsive care to patients and families throughout the perinatal experience

• Demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence, and strong interpersonal skills in all patient interactions

• Advocate for patient values, preferences, and needs while supporting informed decision-making

• Develop meaningful patient relationships and deliver individualized care plans

Clinical Practice & Judgment

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and interpret clinical data to guide care decisions

• Identify changes in patient conditions and respond promptly and appropriately

• Prioritize care needs and implement evidence-based nursing interventions

• Utilize clinical technologies and electronic medical records (EPIC) to support patient care and documentation

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Work closely with physicians, midwives, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care

• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, team meetings, and care planning discussions

• Seek diverse perspectives and resources to support optimal patient outcomes

Quality Improvement & Evidence-Based Practice

• Follow evidence-based standards and clinical guidelines

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to enhance care delivery

• Use data and research to inform clinical practice and improve patient outcomes

Education & Facilitation of Learning

• Provide meaningful education to patients and families using effective teaching strategies such as teach-back and motivational interviewing

• Support colleagues, students, and ancillary staff as a role model and clinical resource

• Participate in ongoing professional development and learning opportunities

Leadership & Professionalism

• Contribute to initiatives that improve patient care, work environment, and team effectiveness

• Participate in process improvement and policy development

• Demonstrate accountability, ethical practice, and professional integrity

• Promote collaboration and positive team relationships across departments

Patient Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to National Patient Safety Goals and established safety protocols

• Follow regulatory and documentation standards including DPH, TJC, DMH, and Medicare requirements

• Ensure safe medication administration and accurate clinical documentation

• Utilize available technologies and systems to support safe and effective patient care

Qualifications

•  Education: BSN preferred.

•  Licensure: Current or conditional Massachusetts RN license.

•  Certifications: American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider certification required. NRP certification required.

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment. 

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.