Labor & Delivery RN — Lead Patient Care & Birth Support

Essentia Health; Brainerd, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Wellness programs

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, to provide expert care for labor and delivery patients. You’ll lead patient care, educate families, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, evidence-based outcomes.

Join a mission-driven health system that supports professional growth, flexible scheduling, and a focus on work-life balance in the Brainerd Lakes Area.

Qualifications

• BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing.
• One year of RN experience in Labor and Delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead Patient Care: Organize and deliver comprehensive care by managing all phases of the patient care process, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Guide and Delegate: Act as a team leader by delegating care responsibilities to nursing staff based on licensure, training, and role specifications.
• Contribute to a Greater Mission: Play a crucial role in advancing the facility’s and Essentia’s mission and goals, making a meaningful impact on the community we serve.
• Ensure Compliance: Adhere to the standards set by the Joint Commission and other relevant federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting agencies.
• Deliver Comprehensive Care: Provide exceptional care to expectant mothers and newborns throughout labor, delivery, and postpartum, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
• Assist with Labor and Delivery: Support and manage labor processes, assist with deliveries, and monitor maternal and fetal health to address complications promptly.
• Educate and Support Families: Offer guidance and education on childbirth, breastfeeding, and newborn care to help families transition smoothly into parenthood.

Skills

Labor & Delivery nursing

Team leadership

Education

BSN or ADN degree

Job description

Essentia Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, to provide expert care for labor and delivery patients. You’ll lead patient care, educate families, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, evidence-based outcomes.

Join a mission-driven health system that supports professional growth, flexible scheduling, and a focus on work-life balance in the Brainerd Lakes Area.