Registered Nurse – Women’s Health Non-Stress Test (NST)

Location: Crusader Community Health
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

About Us

Crusader Community Health is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to individuals and families in our community. We take pride in delivering exceptional Women’s Health Services and are seeking an experienced and caring Registered Nurse to join our Non-Stress Test (NST) team. If you are passionate about maternal health, patient education, and providing meaningful support during pregnancy, we would love to meet you.

Position Summary

As a Women’s Health NST RN, you will provide direct patient care to routine and high-risk obstetric patients. You will perform and interpret fetal monitoring, support care coordination, educate patients on their care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team. This role is essential in promoting optimal health outcomes for our pregnant patients and ensuring high-quality, compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform NSTs, fetal heart rate monitoring, and evaluate fetal status.

• Recognize and respond appropriately to non-reassuring fetal heart rate patterns.

• Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.

• Identify high-risk factors and promptly notify appropriate providers.

• Provide patient education and offer psychosocial support during clinical visits.

• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes.

• Assist providers with procedures and coordinate patient flow within the unit.

• Adhere to nursing standards, state regulations, and organizational policies.

• Promote a positive, professional, and patient-focused environment.

• Perform routine clinical support activities, including equipment operation, room readiness, and sterilization processes.

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing

• Current Illinois Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license

• Current CPR certification

• Completion of a Basic Fetal Monitoring course (basic, intermediate, or certification); ongoing education every 1–2 years

• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment

• Excellent communication, critical-thinking, and organizational skills

Preferred:

• Experience in obstetrics, ambulatory care, hospital, or public health settings

• Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR)

• Bilingual fluency (written and verbal)

Personal Attributes

We’re looking for an RN who:

• Delivers exceptional customer service

• Builds positive relationships with patients and colleagues

• Is detail-oriented and able to work independently

• Thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment

Physical Requirements

This role involves frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 30 lbs., and occasional exposure to blood/body fluids. (A full physical requirements form is available upon request.)

Why Join Crusader Community Health?

• Meaningful work serving women and families in our community

• Supportive, team-oriented clinical environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education

• Competitive compensation and benefits

How to Apply

If you are a dedicated RN with a passion for women’s health and fetal monitoring, we invite you to apply and make a difference in the lives of our patients.

Apply today and join a team that puts compassion, quality, and community first.