Newborn Nursery RN — Care That Shapes Tiny Beginnings

LCMC Health; Ardmore (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift opportunities

Job summary

LCMC Health's West Jefferson Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Nursery team, providing direct newborn care and supporting families during the transition home. You will monitor vitals, assist with feeding and daily care, and educate parents on safe sleep and newborn health.

Ideal candidates hold a Louisiana RN license (compact eligible), current BLS, and have newborn, nursery, or Mother/Baby experience. Night shift opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana or compact RN license.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current BLS certification.
• Previous newborn, nursery, postpartum, or Mother/Baby experience preferred.
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to newborns following delivery and throughout their nursery stay.
• Monitor vital signs, temperature, feeding patterns, weight, and overall newborn well-being.
• Perform newborn assessments and identify changes in patient conditions.
• Administer medications, immunizations, and newborn screenings according to established protocols.
• Assist with newborn feeding, bathing, and routine daily care.
• Educate and support parents on newborn care, safe sleep practices, feeding, and discharge preparation.
• Collaborate with physicians, pediatric providers, Labor & Delivery, and Mother/Baby nursing teams.
• Promote a safe, nurturing, and family-centered environment for every newborn.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Critical-thinking

Passion for newborn care

BLS certification

Education

RN license: Louisiana or compact

Job description

LCMC Health's West Jefferson Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Nursery team, providing direct newborn care and supporting families during the transition home. You will monitor vitals, assist with feeding and daily care, and educate parents on safe sleep and newborn health.

Ideal candidates hold a Louisiana RN license (compact eligible), current BLS, and have newborn, nursery, or Mother/Baby experience. Night shift opportunities available.