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Cary Medical Center

RN Maternal Child

Caribou, ME · On-site

$34.50 - $50.54/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Demonstrates familiarity with hospital, nursing services and maternal/child policies and guidelines by utilization and compliance. * Voluntarily and/or upon invitation participates in nursing ...

Cary Medical Center

RN Maternal Child

Caribou, ME · On-site

$34.50 - $50.54/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Demonstrates familiarity with hospital, nursing services and maternal/child policies and guidelines by utilization and compliance. * Voluntarily and/or upon invitation participates in nursing ...

Cary Medical Center

RN Maternal Child

Caribou, ME · On-site

$34.50 - $50.54/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Demonstrates familiarity with hospital, nursing services and maternal/child policies and guidelines by utilization and compliance. * Voluntarily and/or upon invitation participates in nursing ...

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How much do maternal child nursing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for maternal child nursing in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is maternal child nursing?

Maternal child nursing is a specialized area of nursing focused on providing healthcare to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, as well as to newborns and children. Nurses in this field support mothers and families through educational, emotional, and medical care, ensuring the health and well-being of both mother and child. They may work in hospitals, clinics, or community settings, and often assist with labor and delivery, neonatal care, and parental teaching. Maternal child nurses play a vital role in promoting positive health outcomes for families.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a maternal child nurse?

To thrive as a Maternal Child Nurse, you need a solid background in maternal and pediatric health, clinical assessment, and patient education, typically supported by a BSN degree and RN licensure. Familiarity with fetal monitoring systems, neonatal resuscitation protocols, and electronic health records (EHRs) is essential, with additional certifications like NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) often preferred. Compassion, cultural sensitivity, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for supporting mothers, children, and families during vulnerable times. These skills ensure safe, holistic, and family-centered care, which is vital for positive health outcomes in maternal and child populations.

What are some common challenges maternal child nurses face, and how can they effectively manage them?

Maternal child nurses often encounter challenges such as providing emotional support to families during stressful times, managing rapidly changing patient conditions, and coordinating care between multiple healthcare providers. Effective communication, strong critical thinking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential to handle these situations. Building a supportive relationship with the healthcare team and staying updated on best practices can also help nurses navigate these challenges and provide the highest quality care.

What is the difference between Maternal Child Nursing vs Pediatric Nursing?

AspectMaternal Child NursingPediatric Nursing
CredentialsRN license, possibly certification in maternal/newborn careRN license, pediatric nursing certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, maternity wards, birthing centers, clinicsPediatric wards, clinics, specialty hospitals
Patient FocusExpectant mothers, newborns, postpartum familiesInfants, children, adolescents

Maternal Child Nursing primarily focuses on caring for mothers and newborns during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. In contrast, Pediatric Nursing centers on providing healthcare to infants and children. While both roles require RN licensure and similar certifications, their work environments and patient populations differ significantly, reflecting their specialized focus within healthcare.

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Infographic showing various Maternal Child Nursing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $80,321 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Director maternal Child Health

Direct Staffing Inc

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

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Job description

Director Maternal Child Health

Full-time

Company Description

Healthcare

Job Description

Director maternal child health

California West Hills

Healthcare

Exp 5-7 yrs

Deg Bachelors

Relo

Bonus

Travel occasional

Summary: Administers, directs and coordinates activities of patient care within maternity and newborn service areas and is responsible for the recommendation, development and implementation of policies and procedures in these areas and for keeping the CNO informed of both progress and potential problems. Responsible for the direction and evaluation of patient care delivery. Maintains operational aspects of patient care unit in collaboration with other service areas. Maintains interdepartmental quality controls and provides for departmental participation in performance improvement within the maternity units and hospital-wide.

Education/Certificates/Licenses: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; baccalaureate degree, Masters preferred. Currently licensed as a professional nurse in state. 5 + years of acute hospital clinical nursing required. Three to five years of management experience in area of specialty. BLS/ACLS or other certification in specialty area required.

Qualifications

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Willing to look at candidate with less than 5 years experience if they are super strong. Must have maternal child experience not just L&D. Strong mother baby postparteum experience. Must be currently a director or above. Must come from a mid size-large union hospital. A candidate who has received leadership training that has provided them with significant learning opportunities such as Six Sigma, Lean, etc. Need a person who can get in and roll up their sleeves. Someone who's had lots of experience with budgeting and service line growth and day to day department functions.

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All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Direct Staffing Inc

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