Nurse Labor and Delivery WCP

CommonSpirit Health; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center in Gilbert, AZ seeks a Labor & Delivery Nurse to guide mothers through labor, delivery, and the early postpartum period with safety and compassion. You will monitor fetal status, administer medications, and support newborn stabilization in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires RN licensure in AZ, an Associate Degree in Nursing, and certifications (BLS, ACLS, NRP).

Qualifications

• Exceptional assessment capabilities.
• Critical thinking for fast-paced labor and delivery.
• Patient-first approach guiding maternal/newborn care.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with physicians, midwives, and nurses.

Responsibilities

• Triage walk-in patients to determine labor status or false alarms.
• Support laboring patients with interventions such as induction, epidural assistance, pain management, and fetal monitoring.
• Assist and circulate in the operating room for cesarean sections, tubal ligations, cerclages, and emergency procedures.
• Educate patients on medications, exams, procedures, and stages of labor.
• Assess and provide care for newborns immediately after delivery.
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, midwives, anesthesiologists, lactation nurses, charge nurses, postpartum staff, patients, and families.

Skills

Exceptional assessment capabilities

Critical thinking

Patient-first approach

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Associate Of Nursing Diploma or Foreign Equivalent

Bachelor's Of Nursing

American Heart Association

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ACLS

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Job description

*Job Summary and Responsibilities*

As our* Labor & Delivery Nurse* at MGMC you’ll thoughtfully guide patients through the labor and childbirth process, always prioritizing the safety of both mother and baby. You'll embrace the dynamic nature of L&D, where some days bring the profound joy of celebrating new beginnings, while others require you to support families through grief with your calm, compassionate presence.

Every day you will masterfully apply your expertise to assess, monitor, and intervene during labor, delivery, and immediate postpartum phases. You'll perform a wide array of skilled procedures, from continuous fetal monitoring and medication administration to circulating for C-sections and providing immediate newborn stabilization. Your day will be driven by precision, urgency, and a deep commitment to positive outcomes for both mother and baby, all while collaborating seamlessly within an interdisciplinary team dedicated to excellence.

To be successful in this role, you must have exceptional assessment capabilities, critical thinking, and a patient-first approach, fueled by an unwavering passion for maternal and newborn health. Your ability to calmly navigate fast-paced situations, coupled with your dedication to continuous improvement, will not only ensure superior patient recovery but also drive your professional growth in this immensely rewarding specialty.

• Triage walk-in patients to determine labor status or false alarms.
• Support laboring patients with interventions such as induction, epidural assistance, pain management, and fetal monitoring.
• Assist and circulate in the operating room for cesarean sections, tubal ligations, cerclages, and emergency procedures.
• Educate patients on medications, exams, procedures, and stages of labor.
• Assess and provide care for newborns immediately after delivery.
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, midwives, anesthesiologists, lactation nurses, charge nurses, postpartum staff, patients, and families.

*Job Requirements**Required*

• Associate Of Nursing Diploma or Foreign Equivalent
• Registered Nurse: AZ
• American Heart Association
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), within 6 - months
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), within 6 - months

*Preferred*

• Bachelors Of Nursing
• One (1) year labor and delivery experience-
• Other NCC certification in inpatient OB

Where You'll Work

Where Compassion Meets Innovation: Join Our Growing Family at the New Mercy Gilbert Women’s and Children’s Pavilion At Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, we believe that Hello Humankindness is more than a slogan—it is our calling. We are expanding our legacy of excellence with the launch of our state-of-the-art Women’s and Children’s Pavilion: a destination designed to provide seamless, life-changing care from the earliest stages of pregnancy through the milestones of childhood.

We are looking for passionate, forward-thinking professionals who are as committed to social justice and health equity as they are to clinical excellence. We know that the best healthcare is equitable healthcare, and we are searching for team members who advocate for the dignity of every patient, regardless of their background or circumstance.

You Belong Here If You

• *Thrive on Innovation:* You are ready to embrace new technologies and creative solutions that evolve alongside the modern healthcare landscape.
• *Value True Collaboration:* You want to work alongside a diverse, multidisciplinary team that views teamwork as the foundation of patient success.
• *Seek Meaningful Impact:* You aren't just looking for a job; you are looking for a place where your skills directly improve community outcomes and address health disparities.
• *Are Driven by Purpose:* You believe that quality care is a human right, and you are ready to dedicate your talents to making that a reality for the families of Gilbert and beyond.

When you join our Pavilion, you are joining a culture that celebrates the individual. We provide the tools, the technology, and the environment you need to deliver the care your patients deserve. Here, your compassion is empowered, your expertise is respected, and your growth is a priority.

Every day, you will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference—ensuring that every mother, every child, and every family feels heard, supported, and cared for.

*Your purpose starts here. Join us in shaping the future of pediatric and maternal medicine.*

*Pay Range*

$35.00 - $58.63 /hour