About the role
Compensation: Pay commensurate with experience.
Registered Nurse: Labor & Delivery (Night 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.”
Join a team where you are part of life’s most meaningful moments—while maintaining the balance and support you deserve.
Position Highlights
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Shift: Night Shift (schedule varies)
- Department: Labor & Delivery
- Location: West Jefferson, NC
- Travel: None required
- Compensation: Competitive; commensurate with experience
Incentives
Up to $15,000 Commitment Bonus
Relocation Assistance Available
Why This Role Stands Out
- Be part of life-changing moments for families every shift
- Work in a supportive, close-knit Labor & Delivery team
- Recognized as a multi-year Best Place to Work and award-winning hospital
- Enjoy a high quality of life in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains
- Balance meaningful work with a sustainable, supportive environment
Position Overview
The Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) provides skilled, compassionate care to patients throughout labor, delivery, and immediate recovery. This role is essential in ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes for both mothers and newborns.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to obstetrical patients during labor and delivery
- Monitor maternal and fetal well-being and respond to changes in condition
- Support patients and families throughout the childbirth and recovery process
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams
- Administer medications and maintain accurate documentation
- Respond effectively to high-acuity and emergency situations
- Promote a safe, patient-centered care environment
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina or compact state
Certification
Basic Life Support (CPR) – required
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – required within 6 months
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – required within 6 months
- Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of Labor & Delivery or relevant nursing experience preferred
Core Competencies
- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
- Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism
Employment Requirements
- Compliance with all hospital policies, including vaccination requirements (approved exemptions considered)
- Successful completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening (post-offer)
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits begin the first of the month following employment, in accordance with hospital policy.
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.
Make a Meaningful Impact
Bring new life into the world while building a career that supports your well-being—where purpose and balance go hand in hand.