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GHR Healthcare

Travel Labor and Delivery RN

Voorhees, NJ · On-site

$2.3K - $2.4K/wk

Level III high-risk maternity facility * Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse * Start Date: 09/28/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * Shift: 12-hour nights (19:00 - 07:00) * Hours Per Week: 36 * Shifts ...

BAYADA at Inspira Health

Registered Nurse

Elmer, NJ · On-site

Registered Nurse (RN) Benefits: * BAYADA offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes the ... or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any ...

BAYADA at Inspira Health

Registered Nurse

Elmer, NJ · On-site

Registered Nurse (RN) Benefits: * BAYADA offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes the ... or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any ...

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How much do maternity rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for maternity rn in New Jersey is $68.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.18 and $82.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a maternity RN?

A Maternity RN is a registered nurse who specializes in caring for pregnant individuals, newborns, and postpartum patients. They work in hospitals, birthing centers, and clinics, assisting with labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery. Their responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, administering medications, educating parents, and providing emotional support. Maternity RNs collaborate with obstetricians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a safe and positive birth experience.

What are the typical responsibilities of a maternity RN during a labor and delivery shift?

As a Maternity RN, your primary responsibilities during a labor and delivery shift include monitoring expectant mothers and their babies, assisting with the birthing process, administering medications, and providing patient education before and after delivery. You’ll collaborate closely with obstetricians, midwives, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare team members to ensure a safe, supportive environment for both mother and child. Additionally, you may help with emergency interventions, manage documentation, and provide emotional support to families. The role requires adaptability, as every shift may bring different patient needs, birth outcomes, and challenges, making your contributions vital to positive maternal and neonatal experiences.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the maternity RN position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Maternity RN, you need strong clinical assessment skills, expertise in maternal and newborn care, and current RN licensure, often with additional certification in obstetrics (such as RNC-OB or NRP). Familiarity with fetal monitoring systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and labor-and-delivery equipment is essential. Compassion, critical thinking, and effective communication are key soft skills that set exceptional maternity nurses apart. These competencies are crucial for delivering safe, high-quality care to mothers and infants during labor, delivery, and postpartum periods.

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Infographic showing various Maternity Rn job openings in New Jersey as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 26% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $141,506 per year, or $68 per hour.

Registered Nurse (RN) Maternity/Mother Baby Per Diem Days

RWJBarnabas Health

Jersey City, NJ • On-site

$47.85 - $67.04/hr

Per diem

Posted 4 days ago

RWJBarnabas Health rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 331 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

233rd of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Title: RN Per Diem
Location: Jersey City Medical Center
Department Name: Maternity
Req #: 0000263709
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $47.85 - $67.04 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County with advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across various disciplines. Jersey City Medical Center, among many accolades, has earned 14 "A" national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012, was awarded Magnet Recognition for superior nursing, was named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally). Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located- in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.
Maternity/Mother-Baby Registered Nurse (RN) - RWJBarnabas Health
At RWJBarnabas Health, Registered Nurses become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. This RN role offers growth, supportive teamwork, and a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement. As a Registered Nurse, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every RN is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose.
As a Registered Nurse (RN), a typical day may include:
  • The Maternity Nursing team works cooperatively with the multidisciplinary care team to maintain standards for professional nursing practice in the Maternal Child Health setting and participates in shared clinical decision-making, inspirational leadership, supportive colleagues, and much more,
  • Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognize subtle clinical changes, using your judgment to intervene early and advocate for your patients
  • Providing safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands on care grounded in strong clinical judgment
  • Serving as a clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers, offering insight that supports timely, well-coordinated care decisions
  • Providing clear, compassionate education to patients and families so they feel informed, supported, and prepared for the next phase of care
  • Ensuring accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record to promote continuity and patient safety
  • Contributing your voice during interdisciplinary rounds, helping drive seamless communication and smooth transitions of care
  • Taking an active role in a highly collaborative team environment where shared accountability and teamwork directly impact outcomes
  • Pursuing continued professional growth through access to continuing education, clinical ladder opportunities, and organizational resources that support long term career progression

This role might be for you if:
  • Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues.
  • Strong clinical judgment guides your decisions, even as priorities shift
  • Thriving in a fast paced environment energizes you, especially where teamwork drives outcomes.
  • A commitment to evidence-based practice shapes your daily work.
  • Empathy and professionalism are central to your approach.
  • Continuous learning and professional growth matter to you
  • A collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen.

To be considered for this RN opportunity, you must hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing and a current American Heart Association BLS certification, and NRP Certification. A Bachelor's degree in nursing is required or actively enrolled in a BSN program with an expected completion date. Minimum (2) two years of current or recent Maternity/Mother-Baby experience as an RN in an acute care setting. Comfortable with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. Must be able to work scheduled as needed with a minimum requirement of 2-3 shifts per month and (1) weekend shift, you will also need to work 1 winter and 1 summer holiday allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining balance.
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact on local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
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About RWJBarnabas Health

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RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. Throughout RWJBarnabas Health, our dedicated physicians, nurses, and health professionals are committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region. We aim to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Orange, NJ, US

Year founded

2015

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