Registered Nurse, Maternal Newborn Care, Must be licensed by 10/5 (NIGHTS)

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health is seeking a Maternal-Newborn Nurse to provide comprehensive postpartum and newborn care at the University of Utah Hospital in Salt Lake City. You will follow established care plans, document findings, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support mothers and babies throughout the perinatal period.

The role requires nursing expertise in antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and neonatal care, with the ability to respond to changes in patient condition and

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Utah, or obtain within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact.
• Must maintain Interstate Compact license if residency remains outside Utah.
• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system; to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine maternal and newborn assessments (vital signs, postpartum recovery, newborn adaptation) and documents findings; escalates abnormal results.
• Provides direct patient care for postpartum, newborn, antepartum, and gynecologic patients per care plans and orders.
• Assists with newborn care, including feeding support and monitoring under supervision.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed; follows safety and documentation standards.
• Recognizes signs of maternal or newborn deterioration and reports findings promptly.
• Provides basic patient and family education related to postpartum recovery and newborn care.

Skills

Maternal-newborn nursing

Postpartum care

Vital signs assessment

Patient education

Team communication

Education

RN license Utah

Tools

RQI eCredential

Job description

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Job Family

Nursing: Nursing provides patient care, promotes health, prevents illness and supports positive patient care outcomes through comprehensive care and patient advocacy.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Job Subfamily

Maternal-Newborn nurses specialize in caring for mothers and their newborns during the antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and neonatal stages. They provide comprehensive care, education, and emotional support to ensure the health and well-being of both mother and baby during and after childbirth.

Career Level

N1: Performs routine patient care assignments and may require intermediate support. Applies theoretical knowledge to clinical practice in structured, low-risk environments. Demonstrates understanding of basic nursing principles and unit protocols. Begins applying foundational knowledge in real-time care. Uses standard procedures and tools to assess and respond to patient conditions. Escalates concerns to senior staff and the medical team. Works under varied levels of supervision depending on skillset. Follows care plans and protocols with limited decision-making. Communicates respectfully with patients and team members. Seeks clarification and feedback to support learning.

Essential Functions

• Performs routine maternal and newborn assessments (e.g., vital signs, postpartum recovery, newborn adaptation) and documents findings; identifies abnormal results and escalates concerns per protocol.

• Provides direct patient care for postpartum, newborn, antepartum, and gynecologic patients following established care plans and provider orders.

• Assists with newborn care, including feeding support, routine monitoring, and basic interventions under supervision.

• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed; follows safety and documentation standards.

• Recognizes signs of maternal or newborn deterioration (e.g., bleeding, abnormal vitals, feeding concerns) and reports findings promptly.

• Provides basic patient and family education related to postpartum recovery, newborn care, and discharge instructions using standard materials.

• Maintains a safe environment by following infection prevention, safe sleep, medication safety, and equipment protocols.

• Coordinates care activities with providers and team members; seeks guidance when patient needs or concerns arise.

• Participates in interdisciplinary communication, including rounds and team discussions; communicates patient updates and concerns.

• Completes required orientation and competency validation for maternal newborn workflows and skills.

• At the discretion of department operational and patient care needs, this position is required to work rotating schedules, which may include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays to meet the staffing and patient care demands of a 24/7 complex health system. Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance during assigned shifts is considered an essential function of the role.

Qualifications

Licenses Required

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Qualifications (Preferred)

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners and behavioral health patients.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

To inquire about this posting, email: [e-mail]

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affluent Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu/

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

Requisition Number 85580
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Night
Work Schedule 1900-0730
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical
Location Name University of Utah Hospital
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department UUH IPC 23A MNBC/WSC
Category Nursing
Workplace Set Up On-site