Registered Nurse (RN) – OB Labor & Delivery Unit – Nights

Bronson Healthcare Group; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse for our 23-bed Labor & Delivery unit. You will provide care through labor, delivery, and the postpartum period, collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams for safe outcomes.

The role requires a Michigan RN license, BLS, and fetal monitoring certification; BSN preferred and may be required within 8 years. The unit emphasizes evidence-based practice and patient-centered education.

Qualifications

• RN with an Associate's degree; BSN preferred, BSN within 8 years.
• Current Michigan RN license in good standing.
• BLS certification by orientation.
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring certification (PQF or NCC) within 6 months.
• ACLS or PALS may be required based on unit needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care through labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery.
• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments per nursing standards.
• Monitor maternal and fetal status, including electronic fetal monitoring.
• Assist with obstetric procedures and support surgical teams as needed.
• Educate patients and families on care, recovery, and discharge planning.
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately.
• Delegate tasks and coordinate care with the broader team.
• Evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans to achieve outcomes.
• Review procedure cards and ensure supplies/equipment are available for procedures.
• Anticipate physician needs during operative procedures.
• Monitor patient condition during surgery and report issues.
• Update preference cards and report equipment issues.
• Serve as a resource for Circulators unfamiliar with specialty equipment.
• Participate in after-hours call rotation.

Skills

Strong assessment skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Lift 50 pounds

Fetal monitoring interpretation

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

BSN preferred; BSN within 8 years

RN license in Michigan

BLS certification

Electronic Fetal Monitoring certification (PQF or NCC)

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) — OB Labor & Delivery Unit Bronson Methodist Hospital — Full Time

Overview

Bronson Methodist Hospital is seeking a compassionate, skilled Registered Nurse to join our 23-bed Labor & Delivery unit. This team cares for both low-risk and high-risk pregnant individuals throughout labor, childbirth, and the immediate postpartum period. The unit includes triage, operating rooms, and PACU recovery spaces. RNs in this department deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care while collaborating with physicians, midwives, anesthesiology, and interdisciplinary partners to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.

What You’ll Do

• Provide nursing care throughout labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery.
• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments according to approved nursing standards.
• Monitor maternal and fetal status, including electronic fetal monitoring.
• Assist with obstetric procedures and support surgical teams as needed.
• Educate patients and families on care, recovery, and discharge planning.
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and coordinate care with the broader team.
• Evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans to achieve expected outcomes.

Scrub RN Responsibilities (as assigned)

• Review procedure cards and ensure required supplies/equipment are available.
• Anticipate physician needs during operative procedures.
• Monitor patient condition for changes during surgery.
• Update preference cards and report equipment issues.
• Serve as a resource for circulators unfamiliar with specialty equipment.
• Participate in after-hours call rotation.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Nursing required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred; BSN required within 8 years of hire.
• Licensed RN in good standing with the State of Michigan.
• BLS required by completion of core orientation.
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring certification (PQF or NCC) required within 6 months of completing intermediate fetal monitoring.
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit needs (e.g., ACLS, PALS).

Skills & Abilities

• Strong assessment, critical-thinking, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to read and interpret clinical data and electronic systems.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, electronic).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with patient movement.
• Ability to maintain focus during repetitive or detailed work.

Professional Practice Expectations

• Deliver culturally sensitive, ethical, and compassionate care.
• Participate in quality improvement, peer review, and ongoing education.
• Maintain professional records and demonstrate competency in required skills.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Advocate for patient autonomy, dignity, and safety.
• Contribute to a supportive, healthy work environment.
• Attend at least 50% of unit staff meetings and participate in committees as appropriate.