Registered Nurse - Family Center

Exeter Hospital, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is a nationally recognized, non-profit community hospital that has been caring for the Seacoast region since 1896. With more than 1,400 employees and 370 affiliated physicians, Exeter Hospital provides comprehensive services across cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, breast health, maternity, and more-all supported by advanced technologies and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care. At Exeter Hospital, you'll find a close-knit, collaborative environment where every team member is valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.

Why Join Us

• Magnet®-recognized hospital known for nursing excellence and quality care
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans beginning on day 1 of employment
• Career growth and leadership development opportunities across Beth Israel Lahey Health
• Free onsite parking
• Strong sense of community and teamwork where your contributions are recognized
• State-of-the-art facilities and advanced technology to support exceptional care
• Located in scenic Exeter, New Hampshire-just minutes from the Seacoast, with easy access to Boston and Portland

The Family Center is comprised of 15 newly renovated LDRP suites offering jacuzzi tubs for hypnobirth and hydrotherapy, a new nursery is equipped with 4 sick bays, and a five bed pediatric unit all providing private accommodations for patients and family members. Deliveries average 600 annually. Many Family Center staff scrub and circulate for Cesarean Sections. Orientation to the Family Center is individualized according to your background and level of experience. After completing corporate and nursing orientations, you will be paired with a preceptor from the Family Center. The duration of orientation will be frequently evaluated with your preceptor and nurse manager.

In addition to the training provided by the staff preceptor, other educational opportunities exist in the form of in-services provided by the unit-based educator, the lactation consultant, and outreach services from Dartmouth-Hitchcock Hospital. Several of the Family Center staff are certified as instructors in NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support). The programs offer certification opportunities throughout the year.

Requirements:

• RN license- N.H. state or any other compact state
• 1+ year(s) L & D experience required
• BCLS needed within 30 days of hire
• PALS and NRP within 90 days of hire
• Fetal Monitoring Certification within one year

Learn more about Nursing at Exeter here: Nursing at Exeter