<p>Saint Luke's Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse II to join its Labor & Delivery unit — part of a Baptist Health System campus that includes a specialized children's hospital, a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, and a comprehensive cancer care network spanning six full-service hospitals. This is a staff RN role with a structured orientation pathway, robust certification support, and a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 based on experience. San Antonio's combination of major-city amenities, low cost of living, and a mission-driven health system makes this a compelling long-term placement for L&D nurses at any career stage.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Sign-on bonus up to $10,000, commensurate with experience</li> <li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Career development and continuing education opportunities</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Labor & Delivery unit within a full-service acute care hospital that is part of a six-hospital system with more than 120 years of community care history</li> <li>System includes a specialized children's hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, imaging centers, fitness and rehabilitation centers, and ambulatory services</li> <li>Affiliated with the Baptist School of Health Professions, supporting an active teaching and professional development environment</li> <li>RN practice operates under minimal supervision, with patient assignments matched to individual nurse competencies</li> <li>Structured orientation period with clearly defined competency milestones and certification timelines built into onboarding</li> <li>Fetal monitoring training pathway provided: novice RNs complete GNOSIS Introduction to Fetal Heart Monitoring within 30 days and AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Heart Monitoring within 8 months of orientation; experienced L&D RNs (>1 year) are expected to hold or obtain AWHONN Advanced Fetal Heart Monitoring within 90 days of hire</li> <li>Faith-inspired, mission-driven culture focused on compassionate service and community health</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred</li> <li>Active Texas State Registered Nurse license required at time of hire</li> <li>No minimum experience required; two or more years in acute care and previous clinical nursing experience preferred</li> <li>Active Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) required at hire (ARC or AHA); AHA Healthcare Provider BLS must be obtained within 60 days of hire</li> <li>AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into the L&D role</li> <li>AHA Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into L&D (also required for any nurse floated into the unit)</li> <li>S.T.A.B.L.E. (Level 2 Nursery) certification required — proof of prior completion accepted, or must be obtained within 6 months of hire; renewal not required</li> <li>All certifications above should be completed before the end of the orientation period</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>San Antonio is the seventh-largest city in the United States and one of Texas's most culturally rich metros — home to the River Walk, world-class dining, the historic Alamo district, and a thriving arts and entertainment scene. The city offers a notably low cost of living relative to its size, highly regarded public and private school options, and easy access to the Texas Hill Country for outdoor recreation. With a warm climate year-round and a deeply rooted sense of community, San Antonio consistently ranks among the most livable large cities in the South for healthcare professionals and families alike.</p>