Registered Nurse (RN), Post-Partum

Lifepoint Health; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Wilson Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for Post-Partum / Antepartum / GYN surgery / M/S overflow. This full-time, night shift position is in-person.

You will perform postpartum care, nursing assessments, and patient education, collaborating with the Labor & Delivery and medical teams to ensure safe transitions home for mothers and newborns. Requires ADN, NC RN license, BLS; ACLS/PALS within 6 months; 1 year postpartum or Med/Surg experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Current RN license to practice in NC
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire
• ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire
• One year of postpartum or Med/Surg experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs all aspects of patient care prioritizing safety and reducing medical errors.
• Performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs.
• Initiates appropriate nursing interventions.
• Provides age-appropriate patient education.
• Communicates patient condition to care team, providers, and family.
• Develops and updates the interdisciplinary care plan.
• Coordinates transfers, discharge planning, and referrals.
• Advocates for patient well-being and rights.

Skills

Nursing

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Critical thinking

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Wilson Medical Center

Registered Nurse (RN) - Post-Partum / Antepartum/ GYN surgery/ M/S overflow

Schedule: Full-time | Nights

Job Location Type: In-person

Commitment Bonus: $20,000

Your experience matters

At Lifepoint Health, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team, you'll support those in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members to positively impact our mission of making communities healthier® .

More about our team

The Post-Partum unit at Wilson Medical Center provides comprehensive care to mothers and newborns following delivery. Our team supports recovery, education, and family-centered care while collaborating closely with Labor & Delivery, Nursery, and interdisciplinary partners. Nurses in this department play a key role in postpartum assessments, newborn care, patient education, and ensuring a safe transition home for more than 800 families annually.

How you'll contribute

A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role:

• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that prioritizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical errors
• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs
• Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions
• Provides care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition to the care team, provider, patient, and family
• Formulates individualized plans of care and revises them based on patient response
• Completes and updates the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient
• Evaluates learning needs of patients and families and provides education appropriate to age, culture, and condition
• Collaborates across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including transfers, discharge planning, referrals, and psychosocial support
• Advocates for the physical and emotional well‑being of patients while protecting patient rights
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced environment

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - plus tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑and long‑term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement package with company match
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs)
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement: Available for full‑time and part‑time employees

What we're looking for

A compassionate nurse with strong clinical judgment, critical thinking skills, and the ability to provide safe, patient‑centered postpartum care.

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Current RN license to practice in the state of NC
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire
• ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire
• One year of experience preferred in Post-partum or Medsurg

EEOC Statement

"Wilson Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Wilson Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."