Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery
Concord, North Carolina
Posted Aug 24 · New grads welcomed
- Shift
- Days
- Unit
- Labor and Delivery Unit
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- New graduates
- Unit
- Labor and Delivery Unit
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in North Carolina is $36/hr, across 460 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Where You Will Work
The Labor and Delivery Unit at Atrium Health Cabarrus provides exceptional care to families throughout our region, offering a supportive and compassionate environment for both low- and high-risk births. Our unit features 5 OB triage rooms, 13 labor rooms, and 2 obstetrical operating rooms, and we proudly welcome approximately 3,000 babies each year. We are fully staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with an in-house Laborist, continuous anesthesia coverage, and access to Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists and a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
This structure allows us to provide safe, seamless care for mothers and babies at every stage. Atrium Health Cabarrus is recognized as a Pathway to Excellence organization, demonstrating our commitment to nursing collaboration, empowerment, and professional development. We offer a thorough orientation program designed to support nurses who are eager to grow their skills in perinatal and women’s health nursing.
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All required certifications and specialty education are included during onboarding, making this an ideal opportunity for both new and experienced nurses who have a heart for caring for mothers and newborns. Be part of a team that values teamwork, compassion, and excellence — where each new beginning truly matters.
Expectations We’re Looking For
Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
What You’ll Do
- As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
- Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.
About This Location
Atrium Health Cabarrus is a 457-bed tertiary care facility serving Cabarrus, Mecklenburg, and surrounding counties. As a designated Level III Trauma Center, we provide comprehensive emergency services and a wide range of specialty medical care. We are proud to hold disease-specific certifications in Stroke, Epilepsy, Spine, Bariatrics, and Chest Pain Center care. Our hospital has earned recognition for excellence, including awards for our Geriatric Emergency Department, ANCC Pathway to Excellence designation, and being named a Best Hospital for Nurses.
Additional Programs & Support Services
Professional Governance – Empowering clinical decision-making and leadership
Teammate Advisory Board – Fostering collaboration and continuous improvement
Behavioral Response Team (BRT) – One of only two designated teams in the region responding to patients with escalating behaviors
Vascular Access Team – 24/7 expert support for complex IV insertions, PICC lines, and specialized procedures
Academic Partnership – Strong collaboration with Cabarrus College of Health Sciences to support education and workforce development
Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care.
At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all.
Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.
Ready to Take the Next Step : Apply Now!
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“making this an ideal opportunity for both new and experienced nurses who have a heart for caring for mothers and newborns.” · from this posting
Requirements
- RN
Place
- City
- Concord, North Carolina
- Median rent
- $1,451/mo
- Local household income
- $86,921/yr
- Metro price level
- 3% below the national average
- Campus
- Atrium Health Cabarrus
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Concord area index 97.3, where 100 is the national average.
Concord sits just northeast of Charlotte, blending small-town charm with big-speedway energy—Charlotte Motor Speedway draws racing fans year-round. A historic downtown offers local shops and eateries, while Concord Mills delivers major retail. With Southern hospitality and steady growth, it's a practical pick for nurses seeking quieter suburban living near a major metro.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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