Registered Nurse (RN) - Special Care Nursery

Emerson Hospital; West Concord (MA); On-site; Full time

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Special Care Nursery

Emerson Hospital · Special Care Nursery

Concord , MA

Nursing

Part Time , Eve/Night shift , 7pm-7:30am

Hours/Pay Period: 24

Salary Range: $36.78 - $73.57 / Hourly

Registered Nurse – Neonatal / Level II Nursery

About the Role

Few nursing careers are as rewarding as caring for newborns at their most fragile moments. As a Registered Nurse in our Level II Nursery, you’ll provide specialized care for neonates during high-risk deliveries and throughout their stay. You’ll collaborate with a dedicated team of physicians, nurses, and specialists to ensure the very best outcomes for babies and their families. Reporting to the Director of Obstetrical Nursing, you’ll combine advanced clinical skills with compassion, advocacy, and family-centered support.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver safe, evidence-based care to newborns requiring special monitoring and interventions.
• Participate in high-risk deliveries, providing immediate assessment and stabilization of neonates.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans for newborns and their families.
• Educate and support families through the emotional journey of special care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary providers to coordinate and deliver comprehensive care.
• Document all findings, interventions, and outcomes clearly and accurately.
• Cross-cover Mother/Baby and Labor & Delivery units as needed.
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to professional growth through preceptorship.
• Stay current with continuing education, certifications, and evolving neonatal best practices.

What You Bring

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Bachelor’s preferred).
• Current Massachusetts RN license.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• NRP certification within 6 months of hire.
• Previous neonatal or special care nursery experience strongly preferred.
• Strong critical thinking, assessment, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Comfort with computer systems and commitment to patient confidentiality.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Caring for newborns is more than a job it’s a calling. At our hospital, you’ll work in a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise and compassion are valued. Every day brings the opportunity to make a lasting difference for babies and their families, from the very first moments of life onward.

Join our Neonatal/Level II Nursery team and bring your skills, heart, and dedication to the tiniest patients who need it most. Apply today!

We are proud to share that U.S. News & World Report named Emerson Health a 2026 Best Hospital for Maternity Care. This recognition reflects the extraordinary work of our maternity team, professionals who combine clinical excellence with compassionate, personalized care. Every day, they support families through one of life’s most meaningful journeys with skill, empathy, and trust.