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General Information

Department
Nursing and Patient Care Svcs System Office
Position Type
Full-Time
Job ID
150854
City
Boise
State
ID
Category
Nursing - Experienced, Professional

Description & Requirements

At St. Luke’s, we pride ourselves on fostering a workplace culture that values diversity, promotes collaboration, and prioritizes employee well-being. Our commitment to excellence in patient care extends to creating an environment where our team can thrive both personally and professionally. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive community of colleagues, St. Luke’s is truly a great place to work.


What to Expect:
The Maternal-Newborn Nursing Specialist is responsible for assuring our organization provides advanced nursing care to mothers and newborns. The ideal candidate will demonstrate deep expertise in the nursing care of maternal and newborn patient populations. The position blends clinical excellence, education, collaboration, and leadership to promote optimal health outcomes for families.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with multidisciplinary teams—including nurses, neonatologists, pediatricians, obstetricians, and other healthcare professionals—to develop specialized care plans for patients.
  • Provide education and guidance to nursing staff, patients, and families regarding medical conditions, treatment options, and care procedures across the organization. 
  • Remain current with the latest evidence-based practices in maternal and neonatal care. Participate in or lead initiatives, contribute to developing healthcare protocols, and help shape policies to improve patient outcomes within our Women’s and Children’s Service Line.
  • Drive quality improvement projects and mentor staff to elevate standards of care. Participate in policy development and performance improvement initiatives designed to enhance the care environment for mothers and newborns throughout the health system.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelors’ degree in Nursing 
  • Experience: 6 years’ related experience 
  • Licenses/Certifications: Current RN License from the State of Practice

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Registered Nurse (RN) with substantial experience in maternal and newborn nursing.
  • Demonstrated advanced clinical skills in the care of maternal and neonatal patients.
  • Strong collaboration and communication abilities with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Knowledge of current research and best practices in maternal-newborn care.
  • Commitment to quality improvement and staff mentoring.

What's In It For You

At St. Luke’s, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Personify Health Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.

 

St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.

 

*Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.