L&D Nurse
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Livingston, TX
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 28.5-43.46 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS for FULL TIME positions for RN candidates with over 1 year of experience. This is paid out in one lump sum in the paycheck after you’ve been employed by us for 30 days (contingent on meeting the requirements.)
Job Summary:
TheRegisteredNurseIIpractices as a full partner on the multidisciplinary team. Independently plans, implements, and evaluates patient care and performs related duties as required. Assesses patient's needs fornursingcare, assures continuity of care through appropriate discharge planning, patient education and coordination of services, and acts as a patient and family advocate. Demonstrates and models the full range ofnursingprofessional practice in both patient care provided and in development of strategies to improve patient outcomes, satisfaction, and cost effectiveness at the unit level.
This patient population contains various levels of acuity requiring individualized care plans. Thisnursingteam is highly skilled in delivering care and bringing compassion to the care plan. If you aspire to grow professionally and bring kindness to patients, you will enjoy being a member of this team!
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- One (1) Year Of Experience in Labor and Delivery
- Associate's Degree in Nursing
- LICENSURE Active Texas RN License, license in good standing with the The Texas State Board of Nursing
- CERTIFICATIONS Basic Life Support (BLS AHA)and NRP
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Where You'll WorkLocated just off Highway 59 south, the 66-bed hospital in Livingston provides more than 60,000 patient services each year, with half of those services being offered in the Level 4 Trauma-Designated Emergency Department. Services offered include, Orthopedic care, Women’s Services, and a state-of-the-art Sleep Center. Imaging services include MRI, CT scan, nuclear medicine scans, 4D Ultrasound, cardiac echocardiograms, fluoroscopy, bone density scanning and 3D mammography.
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
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Frequently asked questions
Livingston's L&D nursing roles often emphasize trauma care due to the local hospital's Level 4 trauma designation, unlike larger metro areas. Nurses here manage diverse patient needs with personalized plans, reflecting the community-focused healthcare culture unique to this region.
Catholic Health Initiatives attracts skilled L&D Nurses, but with a $20,000 sign-on bonus and strong community ties, competition balances out. Candidates with over a year of labor and delivery experience and Texas RN licensure stand out in this moderately competitive job market.
Proficiency in rapid patient assessment, high-level care coordination, and certifications like NRP and BLS are crucial. L&D Nurses here must adapt to varying acuity levels, ensuring compassionate, individualized care alongside emergency response capabilities.
Nurses often begin honing labor and delivery expertise before progressing to leadership or clinical educator roles. Catholic Health Initiatives supports professional growth through multidisciplinary collaboration and opportunities to impact patient outcomes and operational strategies.
An experienced L&D Nurse in Livingston typically earns between $65,000 and $80,000 annually, influenced by hospital size and specialty skills. The $20,000 sign-on bonus significantly enhances total compensation for qualified full-time RNs.
Beyond the Texas RN license, certifications like Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Basic Life Support (BLS) from AHA are critical. CHI prioritizes these credentials to ensure high-standard care in their trauma-designated labor and delivery units.
This position involves independent care planning, patient and family advocacy, and discharge coordination specific to labor and delivery. Nurses here balance clinical expertise with emotional support, directly influencing maternal and neonatal outcomes.
Absolutely. Nurses must tailor care plans to fluctuating patient acuity levels, leveraging teamwork and advanced clinical skills. Continuous evaluation and compassionate communication are key to managing the diverse needs seen in this setting.
CHI fosters a supportive atmosphere with resources aimed at professional development and staff well-being. Shift structures and team collaboration are designed to alleviate burnout, helping nurses balance demanding clinical duties with personal life.