Registered Nurse Birth Center

Northfield Hospital & Clinics; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Nurse for their Birth Center in Minnesota. The role involves delivering nursing care to maternal and newborn patients, employing critical thinking skills in assessments, interventions, and evaluations. Candidates should have an active Minnesota RN license and necessary certifications. Benefit offerings include medical coverage, retirement plans, and educational reimbursements.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Paid Time Off

Pension Plan with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

Free On-Site Parking

Qualifications

• Valid Minnesota RN license required.
• BLS/CPR certification needed or willingness to obtain.
• ACLS, NRP, STABLE certifications required or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct professional nursing care for maternal and newborn patients.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Ensure a safe environment for patients and families.

Skills

Current RN licensure with the MN Board of Nursing

Current BLS/CPR

Current ACLS Certification

Current NRP Certification

Current STABLE Certification

Basic Electronic Fetal Monitoring

RN experience in OB/Labor and Delivery

Job description

Job Relationships

Department: Birth Center

Supervisor: Birth Center Clinical Coordinators, Birth Center Manager

Supervises: Birth Center HUC + NAR

Job 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 wage ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on experience, education and internal equity considerations. The hourly wage range for this position is: RN ASN, $42.27-$62.17; RN BSN, $43.97-$64.66; RN MSN, $45.72-$67.24. These ranges reflect the base salary for this position.

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 licensure with the MN Board of Nursing
• Current BLS/CPR (or willingness to obtain within 6 mo, company paid)
• Current ACLS Certification(or willingness to obtain within 6 mo, company paid)
• 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)
• RN experience in OB/Labor and Delivery, preferred

Schedule and Hours

• 48–72 hours per two-week pay period, FTE will be determined and agreed upon at hire
• Day/Night shifts (7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
• Every third weekend and rotating holidays

Benefits

• Eligible for Shift Differential Pay in addition to base wage
• Paid Time Off accrued starting on first paycheck
• Medical, Dental, and Vision (discount plan) coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan (PERA) with 7.5% employer match
• Optional 457(b) Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 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 both Northfield and Lakeville. We offer care across 48 specialties and serve patients at 22 locations throughout the south metro and southern Minnesota. If you seek meaningful opportunities, supportive teams, and a chance to make a real difference here.