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UnityPoint Health

RN Acute

Des Moines, IA · On-site

Limited-Time Incentives: * $20,000 RN Sign-On Bonus for full-time eligible RNs (including New ... Methodist West Hospital - Orthopedics, emergency treatment, maternity services and outpatient ...

UnityPoint Health

RN Acute

Des Moines, IA

Limited-Time Incentives: * $20,000 RN Sign-On Bonus for full-time eligible RNs (including New ... Methodist West Hospital - Orthopedics, emergency treatment, maternity services and outpatient ...

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How much money do maternity nurses make?

Full-time maternity nurses, also known as labor and delivery or postpartum nurses, typically earn between $60,000 and $90,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Salaries can vary based on healthcare facility, shift differentials, and additional skills such as neonatal care or specialized certifications.

How to make $300,000 a year as a nurse?

Full Time Maternity RNs can increase their earnings by working overtime, taking on specialized roles such as nurse anesthetist or nurse practitioner, and gaining advanced certifications. High-paying opportunities are often found in hospitals, specialty clinics, or through travel nursing in high-demand areas, but reaching a $300,000 annual salary typically requires advanced education, experience, and sometimes additional certifications or roles beyond standard bedside nursing.

How to make an extra 2000 a month as a nurse?

Full Time Maternity RNs can increase their income by taking on per diem or agency shifts, which often pay higher rates, or by working overtime. Additionally, they can pursue specialized certifications in areas like obstetrics or neonatal care to qualify for higher-paying roles or side opportunities such as teaching, consulting, or telehealth services.

How to make $150,000 as a nurse?

Full Time Maternity RNs can earn $150,000 by gaining specialized certifications, working in high-demand areas such as labor and delivery, taking on overtime or night shifts, and pursuing roles in hospitals or healthcare facilities with higher pay scales. Advanced skills, experience, and a flexible schedule can also contribute to higher earnings.

What is the difference between Full Time Maternity Rn vs Full Time Pediatric Nurse?

AspectFull Time Maternity RnFull Time Pediatric Nurse
CertificationsRN license, maternity care trainingRN license, pediatric care training
Work EnvironmentHospitals, maternity wards, birthing centersHospitals, pediatric clinics, pediatric wards
Employer & IndustryHospitals, maternity hospitals, OB-GYN clinicsHospitals, pediatric clinics, outpatient centers

Both Full Time Maternity Rns and Full Time Pediatric Nurses are registered nurses specializing in different patient populations. Maternity Rns focus on childbirth and postpartum care, while Pediatric Nurses care for children from infancy to adolescence. They share similar certifications but work in distinct environments tailored to their specialties.

What are the most commonly searched types of Maternity Rn jobs in Iowa? The most popular types of Maternity Rn jobs in Iowa are:
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RN Acute- Maternity- Mom/Baby- Methodist West

RN Acute- Maternity- Mom/Baby- Methodist West

UnityPoint Health

West Des Moines, IA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

UnityPoint Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 356 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

292nd of 875 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Full-Time Nights 7pm-7:30am, every third weekend and holiday rotation

Now Offering a Limited-Time $20,000 RN Sign-On Bonus!
UnityPoint Health – Des Moines is offering a $20,000 sign-on bonus for full-time eligible RNs (Including Residents) hired or offered into acute inpatient roles between April 1 and July 31, 2026, paid in milestone-based installments.


Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000 for full-time offers when relocating more than 50 miles.

Why RNs Love Working in the Maternity Unit at Methodist West Hospital

Step into a maternity environment where your skills, compassion, and clinical voice truly matter. At Methodist West Hospital, our Level II Maternity Center and Level II Special Care Nursery provide a unique blend of meaningful patient relationships and advanced perinatal care—all in a supportive, team-centered atmosphere.

A Full Continuum of Care

As part of our team, you’ll care for women and infants through every stage of pregnancy—antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum. You’ll gain diverse clinical experience while developing deep, lasting connections with families during one of the most significant moments of their lives.

Dyad-Focused, Family-Centered

We’re committed to the maternal–infant dyad, ensuring that biological, social, and emotional bonding is always at the center of care. This creates a nursing environment where you’re encouraged to prioritize holistic healing and meaningful interactions—not just tasks.

Strong Collaboration & Support

Need additional newborn support? Our unit collaborates seamlessly with a Level III NICU, giving you peace of mind and access to higher-level expertise whenever needed. You’ll never feel alone when caring for complex or unexpected cases.

A Place to Grow

Whether you’re building your skill set or expanding your career in women’s and newborn health, Methodist West offers exposure to a broad range of scenarios and a team culture that supports continuous learning.


At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:   

  • Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   
  • Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  
  • Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. 


  • Provides and coordinates nursing care to patients utilizing the nursing process.
  • Completes documentation to assure an accurate record of patient’s care.
  • Utilizes critical thinking in making independent judgments, and maintains responsibility for the knowledge of conditions of assigned patients.
  • Collaborates with physicians and other professionals in planning and implementing care within hospital policy and legal limitations.
  • Assesses needs of patients and families, provides appropriate teaching to facilitate discharge planning, and makes the necessary referrals to community agencies to provide continuity of care.
  • Demonstrates professional development by keeping abreast of current nursing practice and healthcare trends.

Education:

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or IA Board of Nursing approved nursing program. 

License(s)/Certification(s):

  • Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa 

Experience:

  • Minimum of twelve months acute RN experience.
    • All newly licensed RNs or RNs with less than 12 months of acute RN experience and who are interested in this department or any other Acute RN role within UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, are required to participate in the RN Residency program. Please search and apply for specific openings listed as "Registered Nurse Residency".  For more information about the program, please go to: Nursing Residency | Des Moines Area Hospitals

Other: 

  • Level 3 Medium Work:  Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

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About UnityPoint Health

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At UnityPoint Health, we provide care in nine regions throughout Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin. As the nation's fourth largest nondenominational health system in America, UnityPoint Health keeps people at the center of all we do. We are looking for dynamic and talented individuals to join our team. You'll find opportunities for every sized dream.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Des Moines, IA, US

Year founded

1995

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