Permanent Registered Nurse (RN) – Labor & Delivery | (Night Shift)

HealthForce Healthcare; Illinois; On-site; USD 44,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Sign-On Bonus up to $7,500

Relocation assistance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare in Irving, TX is seeking a Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse for a permanent night shift. You will provide high-quality, patient-centered care to mothers and infants through labor, delivery, and immediate postpartum stages.

The role requires ADN/BSN, active RN license in Texas or Compact State, 1.5+ years L&D or Antepartum experience, and certifications such as BLS, ACLS, NRP, plus AWHONN fetal monitoring training within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• RN must hold ADN or BSN.
• Active RN license in Texas or Compact State.
• Minimum 1.5 years L&D or Antepartum experience.
• BLS, ACLS, NRP certifications required.
• AWHONN fetal monitoring certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to obstetric patients throughout labor, delivery, and recovery
• Monitor, interpret, and document fetal heart patterns and maternal vital signs, initiating appropriate interventions immediately as needed
• Collaborate closely with obstetricians, neonatologists, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal maternal-fetal outcomes
• Educate patients and family members on the labor process, delivery options, and early postnatal/newborn care
• Support and advocate for a unit-wide culture of safety, maintaining meticulous and compliant EHR documentation

Skills

Labor & Delivery

Fetal monitoring

Patient advocacy

Interdisciplinary teamwork

EMR documentation

Education

ADN or BSN

Tools

BLS

ACLS

NRP

AWHONN fetal monitoring

Job description

Location: Irving, TX

Pay Rate: $32.00 – $53.00 per hour (based on experience) + Shift Differential

Bonus Potential: Up to $7,500 Sign-On Bonus for eligible external candidates (2+ years RN experience) | Relocation assistance available (50+ miles)

Schedule: Permanent Full-Time | Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Three 12-hour shifts per week

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) for a permanent night shift position in Irving, TX. In this role, you will provide high-quality, patient-centered care to mothers and infants through high-stakes labor, delivery, and immediate postpartum stages.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to obstetric patients throughout labor, delivery, and recovery
• Monitor, interpret, and document fetal heart patterns and maternal vital signs, initiating appropriate interventions immediately as needed
• Collaborate closely with obstetricians, neonatologists, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal maternal-fetal outcomes
• Educate patients and family members on the labor process, delivery options, and early postnatal/newborn care
• Support and advocate for a unit-wide culture of safety, maintaining meticulous and compliant EHR documentation

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (ADN or BSN)
• Licensure: Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license (Texas or Compact State)
• Experience: Minimum 1.5 years of L&D or Antepartum RN experience (Level II or higher facility experience preferred)
• Certifications Required:
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• Specialized Training: AWHONN Intermediate or Advanced Fetal Monitoring certification (required within 30 days of hire/transfer)

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive hourly rate ($32.00 – $53.00/hour based on years of experience)
• Up to $7,500 Sign-On Bonus (external candidates w/ 2+ years experience)
• Relocation assistance for candidates moving 50+ miles
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) retirement saving plan with employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and tuition reimbursement programs