RN - Mom and Baby Care

Location Address: 2400 Unser Blvd Rio Rancho, NM 87124 Compensation Pay Range: Minimum Offer $37.80 Maximum Offer $51.00 Summary: Build your Career. Make a Difference. Rust Medical Center is seeking a compassionate and skilled Mother‑Baby Nurse (RN) to join our healthcare team. The Mother‑Baby Nurse provides exceptional care to postpartum mothers and their newborns, ensuring a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Benefits and Development Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions) Malpractice liability insurance Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department EPIC electronic charting system Type of Opportunity: Full time | FTE: 0.90 | Job Exempt: No | Work Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America) Responsibilities This role involves monitoring the health of both mother and baby, providing education on newborn care, and promoting bonding and breastfeeding. Provide comprehensive care to postpartum mothers and their newborns, including physical assessments, monitoring vital signs, and addressing any medical concerns. Support and educate new parents on infant care, breastfeeding, and postpartum self‑care. Assist with initiating and maintaining breastfeeding, offering guidance and addressing challenges. Monitor mothers for signs of postpartum complications, such as infection, excessive bleeding, or mood disorders, and intervene as needed. Observe and assess newborns for signs of jaundice, feeding difficulties, or other health concerns. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians. Respond to emergencies promptly and provide critical care as necessary. Educate families on safety measures, including safe sleep practices and car seat safety. Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates. Qualifications Associate Degree in Nursing state of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License. BLS certification REQUIRED at time of hire. Mother Baby Experience Highly Preferred. Employee Wellness Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on‑site and community‑based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more. Learn more about our employee benefits. AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke free campuses. #J-18808-Ljbffr 0090 Presbyterian System Services