Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery

Emerson Health; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Health in Massachusetts is seeking a registered nurse with Labor and Delivery expertise to support mothers, babies, and families through labor, birth, and the postpartum experience.

This per diem role offers flexible shifts (7a-7p, 7p-7a) with a pay range of $37.88 to $75.78 per hour, a focus on safety and compassionate, family-centered care, and opportunities to participate in quality improvement and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent.
• Current Massachusetts RN license.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• NRP certification within 6 months of hire.
• Fetal monitoring certification and ACLS preferred.
• Previous labor and delivery experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, stay organized, and respond quickly in fast-paced situations.
• Comfort with computer systems and commitment to confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide labor support, fetal monitoring, and comprehensive care during labor and birth.
• Circulate for cesarean section deliveries and assist in emergent situations.
• Care for mothers and newborns in the immediate postpartum period.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care for mothers and infants.
• Educate and empower patients and families throughout their childbirth journey.
• Support continuity of care across Labor & Delivery, Mother/Baby, and Special Care Nursery when needed.
• Supervise and delegate care to support staff, ensuring safe and effective practice.
• Document all patient care clearly and accurately according to policy.
• Participate in quality improvement, unit projects, and ongoing professional education.
• Advocate for patients' rights, privacy, and dignity in every interaction.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Massachusetts RN license

BLS certification

NRP certification

Fetal monitoring certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery

Bring your skills, compassion, and calm presence to one of life's most meaningful moments. As a Labor and Delivery RN, you'll support mothers, babies, and families through labor, delivery, and the postpartum experience. Reporting to the Director of Obstetrical Nursing, you'll provide safe, high-quality, family-centered care while collaborating with physicians, midwives, and a dedicated team of professionals. Every shift brings the opportunity to make a lifelong impact.

Schedule

Per Diem

Pay Range

$37.88 - $75.78 / Hourly

Shift

Variable Shifts

Hours

7a-7p, 7p-7a

What You'll Do

• Provide labor support, fetal monitoring, and comprehensive care during labor and birth.
• Circulate for cesarean section deliveries and assist in emergent situations.
• Care for mothers and newborns in the immediate postpartum period.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care for mothers and infants.
• Educate and empower patients and families throughout their childbirth journey.
• Support continuity of care across Labor & Delivery, Mother/Baby, and Special Care Nursery when needed.
• Supervise and delegate care to support staff, ensuring safe and effective practice.
• Document all patient care clearly and accurately according to policy.
• Participate in quality improvement, unit projects, and ongoing professional education.
• Advocate for patients' rights, privacy, and dignity in every interaction.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Current Massachusetts RN license.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• NRP certification within 6 months of hire.
• Fetal monitoring certification and ACLS preferred.
• Previous labor and delivery experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, stay organized, and respond quickly in fast-paced situations.
• Comfort with computer systems and commitment to confidentiality.

Why You'll Love It Here

Few roles are as rewarding as guiding families through childbirth. Here, you'll be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values your expertise, fosters professional growth, and celebrates the joy of bringing new life into the world. From the first contraction to those first precious moments after delivery, you'll play a vital role in ensuring safety, comfort, and unforgettable care.