Registered Nurse (RN) - Women's Services / Labor & Delivery

Registered Nurse (RN) - Women's Services / Labor & Delivery

We are looking for an experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) specializing in Labor & Delivery and Women's Services for an opportunity in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. This position offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative Women's Services department providing comprehensive maternal, newborn, and gynecological nursing care. Nurses will support patients throughout labor, delivery, recovery, postpartum, and antepartum care. The ideal candidate has recent Labor & Delivery experience, strong clinical assessment skills, and the flexibility to provide care across multiple areas of Women's Services.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients during labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, and antepartum hospitalization.
• Perform patient assessments, develop individualized nursing care plans, and evaluate responses to treatment.
• Monitor maternal and fetal well-being, including interpreting non-stress tests and fetal monitoring results.
• Administer and monitor medications, including magnesium sulfate for preeclampsia or preterm labor and Pitocin for labor induction or augmentation.
• Provide nursing care for patients recovering from cesarean deliveries and gynecological procedures.
• Support newborn care, including oxygen therapy, IV medications, antibiotics, phototherapy, and care of premature infants.
• Assist providers with obstetric procedures, including intrauterine pressure catheter placement, amnioinfusion, and newborn circumcision.
• Perform or assist with nasogastric tube placement, feeding support, and infant car seat tolerance testing.
• Provide compassionate support to patients and families experiencing pregnancy complications or fetal loss.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nursing colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and families about medications, recovery, newborn care, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, safe medication administration, and effective shift handoffs.
• Participate in staff orientation, training, and clinical supervision as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of Labor & Delivery RN experience.
• Labor & Delivery experience within the past 2 years is mandatory.
• Active North Carolina RN license or qualifying Compact RN license with authorization to practice in North Carolina.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program.
• Willingness and ability to work across Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Antepartum services.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, Advanced Fetal Monitoring, STABLE, and Handle With Care certifications.
• Ability to make sound clinical decisions, prioritize patient safety, and respond effectively to emergencies.
• Ability to function independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Key Skills Required

• Labor & Delivery nursing and maternal-fetal assessment.
• Electronic fetal monitoring and interpretation.
• Obstetric medication administration and monitoring.
• Postpartum, antepartum, and newborn nursing care.
• Emergency response and critical clinical decision-making.
• Interdisciplinary communication and patient education.
• Accurate clinical documentation and care coordination.

Work Environment & Schedule

• On-site, hospital-based Women's Services department.
• Coverage Areas: Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Antepartum.
• Collaborative nursing team working closely with obstetric providers and interdisciplinary staff.
• Not required.
• Specific shift hours and scheduling arrangements will be discussed during the recruitment process.
• A minimum of 2 years of Women's Services and Labor & Delivery experience is required for PRN opportunities.

Benefits & Professional Growth Eligible employees may have access to:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with select medical plans starting at $10 per pay period.
• Life insurance, accident coverage, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity protection.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid time off and paid family leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Tuition assistance, certification support, and educational loan assistance.
• Employee wellness programs, including fitness benefits, mental health resources, and virtual healthcare.
• Continuing education, professional development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Sign-on bonus, with details discussed during recruitment.

Why This Location? Located in the scenic foothills of western North Carolina, Rutherfordton offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere with convenient access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions.

• Outdoor Recreation: Explore hiking trails, mountain scenery, waterfalls, and nearby destinations such as Chimney Rock State Park and Lake Lure.
• Dining & Entertainment: Enjoy local restaurants, cafs, seasonal festivals, and community events.
• Affordable Lifestyle: Experience a generally lower cost of living compared with many larger metropolitan areas.
• Convenient Location: Access Asheville, Hendersonville, and the greater Charlotte region for additional shopping, dining, and entertainment.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a quieter community with opportunities for outdoor activities and family-friendly living.