Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Baltimore, MD
First Connect Health
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,908/week

Posted 8 days ago

Overview

Start Date11/30/2026
Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

31% higher than average Registered Nurse / Labor and Delivery Nurse pay in Maryland

Estimated total pay

$2,908/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,144/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,764/week

Benefits

Sick pay
401k retirement plan
Weekly pay
Referral bonus

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🔥 HIGH-PAYING 48-HOUR NIGHT-SHIFT LABOR & DELIVERY (L&D) RN CONTRACT – BALTIMORE, MD

An immediate 13-week travel contract opening is available for an experienced Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) in Baltimore, Maryland (Baltimore City). Operating within a dedicated 12-bed LDR high-risk maternal delivery unit supported by 2 dedicated Cesarean surgical suites and an onsite Level III NICU (averaging ~150 deliveries monthly), this high-compensating position features a dependable 48-hour overnight schedule (19:00 PM – 07:30 AM / 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, four 12-hour shifts guaranteed weekly with built-in overtime). EXCEPTIONAL $1,764/WEEK TAX-FREE STIPEND! PREMIER 48-HOUR NIGHT PACKAGE ($2,908/WEEK)! BUILT-IN OVERTIME COMPENSATION! ZERO MANDATORY ON-CALL! LEVEL III NEONATAL BACKUP! LATE NOVEMBER START! The perinatal nursing team manages high-risk antepartum complications, active labor, vaginal deliveries, operative Cesarean deliveries, and immediate postpartum/neonatal stabilization. If you are an acute labor and delivery nurse skilled in continuous electronic fetal monitoring (EFM), high-risk oxytocin titrations, maternal-fetal resuscitation, and surgical OR circulating/scrubbing looking to earn $2,908/week in Maryland, this assignment is built for you!

💰 PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE (48-Hour Week)

Weekly Gross: $2,908.00
Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,764.00
Hourly W2 Regular Rate: $22.00/hr (40 regular hours)
Hourly W2 Overtime Rate: $33.00/hr (8 weekly OT hours included)
(Local clinicians accepted at an adjusted local bill structure).

📅 SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS

Schedule: Night shifts, 4x12-Hours (19:00 PM – 07:30 AM / 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM).
Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours guaranteed weekly (40 regular hours + 8 overtime hours).
Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks (November 29, 2026 – February 27, 2027).
On-Call Requirements: NO ON-CALL REQUIRED!
Weekend & Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend rotation as needed; holiday coverage per unit operational schedule.
Department Setting & Capacity: 12-bed LDR high-risk delivery unit with 2 dedicated Operative Suites, averaging ~150 deliveries per month with an onsite Level III NICU (Dept: Labor and Delivery 001 / 21170).
Clinical Scope & Specialty Care:
- Direct nursing management for active labor, spontaneous/assisted vaginal deliveries, and high-risk antepartum conditions.
- Management of high-risk obstetric conditions: preeclampsia/eclampsia, gestational diabetes, placental abruption, placenta previa, preterm labor, and multiple gestations.
- Continuous electronic fetal monitoring (EFM), uterine activity tracing interpretation, and rapid intrauterine resuscitation interventions.
- Induction and augmentation protocols: safe titration of IV Oxytocin (Pitocin), Cervidil/Cytotec cervical ripening, and magnesium sulfate infusions.
- Perioperative circulating for scheduled and emergent Cesarean sections in the 2 dedicated unit ORs (scrub experience is a plus).
- Epidural management, post-anesthesia recovery (PACU phase I/II for C-sections), and active fourth-stage postpartum hemorrhage management.
- Delivery room newborn stabilization and resuscitation adhering strictly to NRP algorithms alongside the Level III NICU team.
EMR System: Inpatient electronic health record.

🚨 REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION

Experience: Minimum 2+ years of dedicated acute care hospital Labor & Delivery RN clinical experience (high-risk L&D and C-section circulating required; C-section scrub experience preferred).
Licensure: Active Maryland RN License or Compact/NLC Multistate License strictly in hand at submittal (with active Nursys report).
Certifications Required at Submittal (Must all be active and attached):
- Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association (AHA) only.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) — AHA only.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) — AAP/AHA.
Preferred Certifications: C-EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) / de-escalation certification.

✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized perinatal nursing recruitment team. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate credential checklist mapping, and prioritized clinical review!

📍 Location Details: Assignment is located in Baltimore, MD 21229 (Dept: Labor and Delivery 001 / 21170 / Baltimore City). ⏱️ Assignment Schedule & Hours: 13-week contract starting November 29, 2026 through February 27, 2027 (48 hours guaranteed weekly on 12-hour Nights: 19:00 – 07:30 with 8 hours of weekly overtime included; every other weekend as needed and holidays per unit need). 🚗 Candidate Policy: Both travel and local candidates accepted (locals subject to adjusted local bill rate). 📞 No Standby Call: Zero standby on-call obligations. 👶 Unit Capacity & Acuity: 12-bed LDR unit managing high-risk deliveries with 2 dedicated OR suites; averages ~150 births per month supported by an onsite Level III NICU. ✂️ Specialty Clinical Skills: Must have solid C-section circulating experience; surgical scrub skills are a strong plus. 📋 Mandatory Submittal Credentials: Active Maryland RN license (or Compact multistate) in hand with active Nursys verification. Active AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and AAP/AHA NRP certifications required at submittal (CPI preferred/noted on requisition). Resume documenting 2+ full years of acute high-risk L&D experience. 2 recent professional supervisory/managerial references in matching perinatal specialty. 💉 Onboarding Testing & Health Screenings: Pre-start credentialing includes Core Competencies, EKG Exam, Unit Specific Checklist, Skills Checklist, Nova StatStrip, 11-panel drug screen, background checks, 2-step PPD/Quantiferon, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Hepatitis B, seasonal flu vaccine, and fit test. 📅 Time Off: All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be presented upfront with the submittal packet.

Employer

First Connect Health

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3 nurses recommend working with First Connect Health

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About

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

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