OB/GYN Nurse Jobs

Nurses who work in the area of obstetrics and gynecology are commonly referred to as OB/GYN nurses. They work alongside physicians to provide antepartum and postpartum care — as well as general reproductive healthcare — to females from puberty to beyond menopause. These nurses often work in hospital maternity wards, clinics, birthing centers, and in doctors’ offices.

If you’re looking for OB/GYN nurse jobs as a CNA, LPN, RN, or NP, have a look at the current full-time, part-time, contract, temporary, or per diem opportunities today on IntelyCare.

OB/GYN Nurse Education and Skills

To pursue a career as an RN who focuses on obstetrics and gynecology, you need to complete an accredited nursing degree program to earn either an associate degree in nursing (ADN) or a bachelor’s of science in nursing (BSN). Then you must pass the NCLEX-RN exam to get your RN license. If you want to become a nurse practitioner or nurse midwife, there are additional educational and licensing requirements. To begin working sooner, you could choose to be a nursing assistant or a licensed practical nurse.

Depending on the type of facility in which you work, an employer may require nurses to have prior experience in acute or critical care, plus specialty certifications such as:

• Inpatient Obstetric Nursing Certification (RNC-OB)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)

OB/GYN Nurse Resume and Cover Letter

Regardless of your license type, having a comprehensive nursing resume can give you an advantage when you begin searching for OB/GYN jobs. Carefully read the job posting and take note of the main duties that are listed. For instance, if an employer is looking to hire an RN with experience “assisting with gyn-related procedures (biopsies, hysteroscopy, etc.),” use those terms in your resume.

In your cover letter, write about how you can bring value to the team. Refer to the job posting to see what characteristics and skills an employer is hoping to find in a candidate, and tell a story in your cover letter that demonstrates the skills mentioned.

Interviewing for OB/GYN Nursing Jobs

Having excellent interpersonal skills is key when it comes to working as an OB/GYN nurse. A job interview is the opportune place to show them off to a potential employer. Want to feel a bit more secure in your performance? Go over common nursing interview questions and answers and practice your replies.

OB/GYN RN Salary

The annual average salary for an OB/GYN RN is around $80,000 per year and can reach upwards of $91,000. Salaries are impacted by experience, education, location, facility type, and employer. To find out more about the salaries in your area, view the latest jobs on IntelyCare.

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