Full-Time Maternity RN: Labor, Delivery & Postpartum

Northwestern Medicine; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Maternity nursing experience

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in DeKalb, IL is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to provide labor, delivery, and postpartum care on an inpatient maternity unit. You will assess maternal and fetal health, support patients during labor, and ensure safe delivery.

The role emphasizes teamwork, clear patient communication, emergency readiness, and maintaining accurate documentation. A current IL RN license and BLS are required; maternity experience preferred with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Illinois
• Preferred maternal health nursing experience
• BLS certification required
• Strong clinical assessment skills
• Excellent patient communication
• Ability to respond to clinical emergencies
• Strong teamwork and patient-centered approach

Responsibilities

• Assess maternal and fetal health
• Support patients during labor
• Provide nursing care during delivery
• Monitor postpartum recovery
• Administer medications and treatments
• Educate patients and families
• Coordinate with obstetric providers
• Maintain nursing documentation

Skills

RN license

Maternal health exp

BLS certification

Clinical assessment

Patient communication

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in DeKalb, IL is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to provide labor, delivery, and postpartum care on an inpatient maternity unit. You will assess maternal and fetal health, support patients during labor, and ensure safe delivery.

The role emphasizes teamwork, clear patient communication, emergency readiness, and maintaining accurate documentation. A current IL RN license and BLS are required; maternity experience preferred with opportunities for professional development.