RN, Healthcare Nursing

Location
: CHA Cambridge Birth Center
Work Days
:
Three (3) 12-hour shifts per week. Days and hours will vary.
Category
:
Registered Nurse
Department
: CHA Cambridge Birth Center
Job Type
:
Full time
Work Shift
:
Various Shifts
Hours/Week
: 36.00
Union Name
: MNA Cambridge

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is a nationally recognized, award-winning health system proudly serving the communities of Boston’s metro-north region. As a leader in community-based care, CHA is committed to delivering high-quality, equitable, and culturally responsive care to every patient, regardless of background or circumstance.

At the CHA Birth Center, we offer exceptional perinatal care to expectant parents with low-risk pregnancies. Our interdisciplinary team works to support individuals and families from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that everyone feels comfortable and supported throughout their journey—prenatally, during labor and delivery, and into the postpartum period. We are proud of our welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive approach to care.

The OB/GYN Registered Nurse provides high-quality patient care in accordance with the established standards of nursing practice at Cambridge Health Alliance. This role requires strong clinical knowledge, initiative, and evidence-based nursing skills to care for patients with diverse and complex needs.

The RN is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care, collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team to deliver safe, patient-centered, and culturally responsive care.

Patient-Centered Care

• Provide compassionate, respectful, and culturally responsive care to patients and families throughout the perinatal experience

• Demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence, and strong interpersonal skills in all patient interactions

• Advocate for patient values, preferences, and needs while supporting informed decision-making

• Develop meaningful patient relationships and deliver individualized care plans

Clinical Practice & Judgment

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and interpret clinical data to guide care decisions

• Identify changes in patient conditions and respond promptly and appropriately

• Prioritize care needs and implement evidence-based nursing interventions

• Utilize clinical technologies and electronic medical records (EPIC) to support patient care and documentation

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Work closely with physicians, midwives, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care

• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, team meetings, and care planning discussions

• Seek diverse perspectives and resources to support optimal patient outcomes

Quality Improvement & Evidence-Based Practice

• Follow evidence-based standards and clinical guidelines

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to enhance care delivery

• Use data and research to inform clinical practice and improve patient outcomes

Education & Facilitation of Learning

• Provide meaningful education to patients and families using effective teaching strategies such as teach-back and motivational interviewing

• Support colleagues, students, and ancillary staff as a role model and clinical resource

• Participate in ongoing professional development and learning opportunities

Leadership & Professionalism

• Contribute to initiatives that improve patient care, work environment, and team effectiveness

• Participate in process improvement and policy development

• Demonstrate accountability, ethical practice, and professional integrity

• Promote collaboration and positive team relationships across departments

Patient Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to National Patient Safety Goals and established safety protocols

• Follow regulatory and documentation standards including DPH, TJC, DMH, and Medicare requirements

• Ensure safe medication administration and accurate clinical documentation

• Utilize available technologies and systems to support safe and effective patient care

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Education: BSN preferred

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Licensure: Current or conditional Massachusetts RN license

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Certifications: American…