PRN Registered Nurse-Labor & Delivery

Obstetrical Registered Nurse: 2nd Shift
Women’s Health | Ashe Memorial Hospital | West Jefferson, NC
At Ashe Memorial Hospital, our mission guides everything we do:
“To meet the needs of the community by delivering patient-centered, high-quality health care.”
We are proud to be recognized as Ashe’s Best Place to Work from 2022 through 2025, along with multiple honors for excellence in patient care, nursing, and provider services. Our Women’s Health team plays a vital role in supporting families during some of life’s most meaningful moments.
Position Overview
The Obstetrical Registered Nurse (RN) provides compassionate, skilled nursing care to obstetrical patients and newborns. This role supports patients throughout labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum care, ensuring the highest standards of safety, comfort, and clinical excellence.
Position Details
Employment Type: PRN (as needed)
Shift: 2nd Shift, 12-hour shifts
Schedule: Varies based on departmental needs
Travel: None required
Department: Women’s Health
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct nursing care to obstetrical patients throughout labor, delivery, and recovery
Monitor maternal and fetal well-being, recognizing and responding to changes in condition
Assist physicians and providers during labor, delivery, and postpartum procedures
Administer medications and maintain accurate, timely documentation
Educate patients and families on postpartum care, newborn health, and recovery
Respond effectively to urgent and emergent situations
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care team members to ensure optimal outcomes
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) – required
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – required within 6 months of hire
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – required within 6 months of hire
Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience preferred
Core Competencies
Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations
Clinical judgment and critical thinking abilities
Commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism
Employment Requirements
Compliance with all health and safety policies, including vaccination requirements (approved exemptions considered)
Successful completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening (post-offer)
Benefits
PRN employees are eligible for select benefits in accordance with hospital policy. For full details, please contact Human Resources.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
Completed application
Resume
Cover letter
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ashe Memorial Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Make a Meaningful Impact
Join a team where you help bring new life into the world—while making a meaningful difference in a close-knit community.

Employment type
PRN

Work arrangement
No