Position Summary 

The Perinatal Nurse is a Registered Professional Nurse assigned to the Perinatal Services Unit, who is responsible for the direct delivery of patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, to a specific group of ante partum, laboring and delivering, recovering, and post partum mothers, as well as their newborns.  The Perinatal Nurse coordinates care in collaboration with the family, significant others, physicians, and other health care providers. The activity demonstrates a commitment and understanding of the philosophy of family centered care.  The Perinatal Nurse is trained and able to initiate, modify, or stop treatment when appropriate and according to established protocols, even when a physician is not present.  The perinatal Nurse demonstrates proficiency in advanced nursing skills and correct use of appropriate equipment.  The LDRP/Perinatal Nurse is cross-oriented and capable of providing nursing care in the well-baby and continuing care nurseries.  The Perinatal Nurse is directly accountable to the Perinatal Services Director or his/her designee.

Shift: Night, 7:00pm to 7:30am and every other weekend required

Job type: Full Time

Hours: 12

Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters!

At Hi-Desert Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!