Nurse, Women's Services: Postpartum & Newborn Care

UVA Health; Virginia; On-site; USD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA is seeking an experienced obstetric nursing professional to care for postpartum mothers, newborns, and antepartum patients within a Magnet-recognized academic medical center.

You will collaborate with obstetricians, neonatologists and lactation consultants to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes, provide education to families, and document care while upholding regulatory standards. Relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• BSN required within 5 years of hire.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Virginia.
• AHA Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to postpartum mothers and newborns.
• Support antepartum patients requiring monitoring and interventions.
• Promote breastfeeding and newborn education.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to coordinate care plans.
• Document care and maintain regulatory standards.
• Provide emotional support to families during care journey.
• Maintain patient safety and high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Postpartum care

Newborn care

Antepartum care

Patient education

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher

Registered Nurse (RN) license - Virginia

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA is seeking an experienced obstetric nursing professional to care for postpartum mothers, newborns, and antepartum patients within a Magnet-recognized academic medical center.

You will collaborate with obstetricians, neonatologists and lactation consultants to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes, provide education to families, and document care while upholding regulatory standards. Relocation assistance may be available.