Registered Nurse (RN) - Birth Center - Casual

Title

Registered Nurse (RN) - Birth Center - Casual

Summary

As a Registered Nurse, in our Birth Center, you will provide direct professional nursing care for maternal and newborn patients by utilizing nursing knowledge and critical thinking skills. Performs technical nursing functions, utilizes the nursing process to assess patient status, develop, implement, and evaluate patient care. Ensures a therapeutic and safe environment for patients and families within the guidelines and policies of the department and the philosophy of the organization. This position provides age-specific and developmentally appropriate care for neonate, adolescent, and adult patients.

Compensation

We are committed to providing compensation information for all open positions. This position is compensated at a flat hourly rate based on the assigned shift. Weekday Day: $55.99/hour; Weekday Evening: $60.99/hour; Weekday Night: $65.99/hour; Weekend Day: $60.99/hour; Weekend Evening: $65.99/hour; and Weekend Night: $70.99/hour.

Key Accountabilities

• Assesses patient’s condition based upon observation, examination, and / or interview, laboratory findings, and other pertinent information
• Identifies and consistently recognizes changes in normal and abnormal parameters in the patient’s physiological and psychological condition.
• Uses professional judgement and critical thinking to prepare, prioritize and execute the patient’s plan of care consistent with patient assessment data and physician’s treatment plans and professional standards of evidence-based practice.
• Directs and delegates support personnel in implementing patient’s plan of care, provides supervision and guidance.
• Implements nursing interventions to achieve progress toward expected patient outcomes or to stabilize a patient’s condition and / or prevent complications.
• Renders professional nursing care including administering medications, starting intravenous fluids and blood products.
• Performs all technical skills required for unit patient population such as, but not limited to IV venipuncture, restraint application, sterile dressings, etc.
• Evaluates and documents patient’s response to nursing care and modifies or revises treatment plans, and / or contacts physicians as circumstances require.
• Provides and documents patient / family education based on diagnosis, treatment plan or prescribed medical regimen in accordance with patient / family readiness and ability to learn.
  
  

Qualifications

• Current RN license with the Minnesota Board of Nursing, in good standing
• Current BLS must be enrolled in NH C RQI program and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment. Must remain current (complete quarterly assignments prior to the end of each calendar quarter).
• Current ACLS must be enrolled in NH C RQI program and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment. Must remain current (complete quarterly assignments prior to the end of each calendar quarter).
• Current NRP Certification(or willingness to obtain within 6 mo, company paid)
• Current STABLE Certification(or willingness to obtain within 1 yr, company paid)
• Basic Electronic Fetal Monitoring(or willingness to obtain within 6 mo, company paid)
• Initial Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI) within six months.
• Workplace Violence education in New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written English
• RN experience in OB/Labor and Delivery, preferred
  
  

Schedule

• Casual/Call position
• Varying days/shifts, including:7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.
• Scheduling requirement: Minimum of 2 shifts per 6-week scheduling period and 1 additional pickup shift per calendar quarter
  
  

Benefits

• Eligible for Shift Differential Pay in addition to base wage
• Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST) accrued on first paycheck
• Pension Plan (PERA) with 7.5% employer match
• Optional 457(b) Retirement Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Eligibility – PSLF MN state programs for qualifying roles
• Employer-Provided Certifications Continuing Education
• Additional perks: Free On-Site Parking, Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC pharmacy items
  
  

About Us

Northfield Hospital Clinics is a trusted, independent healthcare system with more than 800 employees. We’re recognized for our collaborative work environment and strong commitment to high-quality patient care and community impact. We’re proud to be named to Becker’s 2025 list of "100 Great Community Hospitals." Our services span the full spectrum of hospital and clinical care, with our main hospital located in Northfield, MN, and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault, and Kenyon—along with Urgent Care locations in Northfield, Lakeville and Farmington. We offer care across 48 specialties and serve patients at 22 locations throughout the south metro and southern Minnesota.

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find meaningful opportunities, supportive teams, and a chance to make a real difference here.

• This posting is not a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Job functions, schedules, and terms of employment may change in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and agreements.