Hillsboro Medical Center·Hillsboro, Oregon
Provide comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care to mothers and newborns throughout the antepartum, intrapartum, and recovery periods. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to manage active labor, assist in surgical procedures, and ensure patient safety and advocacy.
Pay range: $49.34/hr - $74.08/hr The intended start date is September 28th, 2026. *Note that this date may be adjusted based on operational needs. Each RN Fellow is responsible for delivering safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care to individuals, families, communities, and patient populations while developing proficiency in their new specialty area. RN Fellows receive personalized mentorship, advanced skills training, and ongoing professional support within a collaborative team environment. Care delivery aligns with the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics, as well as the standards of professional practice for the specialty. Professional accountability and engagement enrich the RN Fellow’s development as a leader and advocate for interprofessional collaboration, innovative practice, and life-long learning. Contributes to a positive work environment that promotes HMC values. Clinical Practice. Representative duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide direct and indirect nursing care consistent with hospital policies, professional scope, and evidence-based best practices. Use evidence-based decision-making to determine patient priorities, goals, and interventions; adapt care plans as patient needs evolve. Provide holistic, patient-centered care to mothers throughout antepartum, intrapartum, delivery, and recovery periods. Perform comprehensive maternal triage and continuous fetal/maternal monitoring for preterm labor, active labor, pregnancy complications, and other medical concerns to ensure safety and optimal outcomes. Manage patients in active labor as part of the interdisciplinary team, including induction assistance, medication administration, pain management, labor support, and patient education. Assist with cesarean sections and other obstetric surgical procedures, functioning as the circulating RN in the operating room. Conduct newborn assessments and provide immediate postnatal and breastfeeding support in alignment with the Baby Friendly Initiative. Assess and address the psychosocial and educational needs of patients and families, offering compassionate support during all outcomes, including fetal loss. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record per organizational standards. Self-Assessment and Professional Growth. Representative duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Evaluate own knowledge, clinical skills, and practice in relation to professional standards and fellowship learning objectives. Identify strengths and development needs; set measurable professional goals. Integrate previous nursing experience into the specialty learning plan. Engage in structured, self-guided, and clinical learning activities; apply new knowledge to practice. Patient Safety and Advocacy. Representative duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Protect and promote patient safety, health, and rights. Keep the patient central when exercising judgment, seeking consultation, or delegating tasks. Advocate for patients by involving them, their families, and caregivers in planning and evaluating care. Deliver care that respects autonomy, privacy, confidentiality, and cultural preferences. Quality Improvement and Evidence Integration. Representative duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Monitor patient outcomes against quality benchmarks. Participate in data collection, analysis, and evidence-based performance improvement or research projects. Contribute to innovation and advancement of quality maternal and neonatal care practices. Teamwork and Professional Collaboration. Representative duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Collaborate closely with leadership teams, physicians or midwives, lactation consultants, NICU nurses, and other interdisciplinary staff to coordinate care. Contribute to a positive, supportive learning environment. Recognize colleagues’ strengths and provide constructive feedback. Delegate and supervise care tasks consistent with team members’ scope and regulatory standards. Promote teamwork, collaboration, and healthy professional relationships. Model self-care and professional well-being. Performs other related duties and special projects, as assigned. Organizational
Supports and represents Hillsboro Medical Center’s mission, vision, and values.
Requires an Associate Degree in Nursing, current Oregon RN licensure, and at least one year of postpartum or NICU experience. BLS is required, with NRP, S.T.A.B.L.E, and AWHONN Fetal Heart Monitoring certifications required within six months of hire.
Market context
In Oregon, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with acute-care experience and current licensure. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for an accredited nursing degree, an active RN license, BLS certification, and prior experience, with added value for those who can complete NIH Stroke Scale certification quickly. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of recent patient-care experience before applying.
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