Oregon Health & Science University·Portland, Oregon
Provide high-quality, family-centered nursing care to postpartum, antepartum, and gynecologic patients in a 27-bed unit. Deliver safe and equitable care to low- and high-risk populations, including those with complex medical comorbidities.
Department Overview OHSU Mother Baby Unit (MBU) nurses provide high-quality, innovative, compassionate, and family-centered care to patients and their families.
The Mother Baby Unit is a 27-bed unit that provides postpartum, antepartum, and gynecologic nursing care for low- and high-risk populations.
Function/Duties of Position Intermediate care is provided to patients with complications and generally utilizes a 2 patient: 1 RN ratio care.
Our mission is to deliver family-centered, culturally responsive, high-quality, safe, and equitable care to every patient.
Care is provided to postpartum mothers and their newborns, antepartum patients, and surgical gynecologic patients, including those with complex medical conditions and comorbidities.
Patient assignments are determined based on acuity and staffing needs, with a commitment to the patients and families.
Through evidence-based practice and collaboration, we strive to promote positive outcomes and exceptional experiences for patients and families.
Required Qualifications BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) 30 days before start date.
ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date.
Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License BLS from AHA required.
New hires will be enrolled and required to complete during orientation NRP within 90 days of hire.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
1 year postpartum RN experience in a high-acuity care setting Maternal Newborn, Inpatient Obstetric or other applicable specialty certification Additional Details Length of Orientation – Experienced Nurse External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week. Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway or Orientation experience for 3 days-26 weeks depending on the care area. An employment service agreement may apply. This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include: Comprehensive health care plans. Covered at 100% of the cost for full-time employees and 88% for dependents. $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee Two separate above market pension plans to choose from Vacation - 192 to 288 hours per year depending on length of service, prorated for part-time Holidays - up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue .0308 holiday hours for each hour paid – included in vacation accruals) Sick Leave - 96 hours per year, prorated for part-time Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri-met and C-Tran) Tuition Reimbursement Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources Why apply to OHSU? We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu
Requires a BSN or an ADN (with a commitment to obtain a BSN), a current Oregon State Registered Nurse License, and BLS certification. NRP certification is required within 90 days 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.