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Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Clinton, Maryland
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Position: Labor and Delivery RN
Work Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
High-risk Labor & Delivery experience required
Float within skillset (Mom/Baby, postpartum, etc.)
Call required: 36 hours in 6 weeks or 12 hours per pay period (must be on premises within 45 minutes of call)
Every other weekend and holiday required
Skills: Circulate, FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring), preceptor and/or charge nurse experience
Triage experience preferred

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland
Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery nursing experience, including experience within the last year
Experience in Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum (LDRP)
Experience working with high-risk patients
Experience in charge nurse roles
Skills in circulating in Labor and Delivery
Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM) experience in Labor and Delivery
Certifications:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM)
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing

Licensure

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license for Maryland required

Additional Requirements

Criminal background check within 90 days, including multi-state searches
Drug screening within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana)
Annual physical exam confirming ability to perform work without accommodations and free from communicable disease
Immunizations and health documentation required:
- Tdap vaccine within 10 years preferred
- Negative TB test or chest x-ray within required timeframes
- Documentation of MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccines or positive titers
- Hepatitis B titer, series, or signed declination
- Varicella vaccine or positive titer
Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
EKG/Dysrhythmia competency exam required within 1 year of start, with annual updates and minimum passing scores (specific to certain units)
Medication/pharmacology competency exam required within 3 years of start
Color blindness testing required (online or in-person)
Competency exam required within 3 years of start
Orientation safety manual acknowledgement required annually
Valid driver's license if driving is an essential job function

Experience Verification

Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience within the last 3 years
Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education and license information
Work history verification required for at least 2 of the past 7 years

Other Notes

Locals within 60 miles may be accepted at a different rate
Facility-specific modules and documentation must be completed prior to start
Call and float responsibilities require flexibility and ability to respond quickly on-site

This position is ideal for experienced Labor and Delivery RNs with high-risk experience seeking a travel contract in Maryland. First-time travelers are welcome to apply.

Facility

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
232 beds

ADDRESS7503 Surratts RoadClinton, MD 20735

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About Clinton, MD

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Clinton, MD here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Clinton, MD is slightly higher than the national average, with housing being the main contributor.
However, wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

The average high in summer is around 87°F, and the average low in winter is around 26°F.

Furnished Housing

There are options for short term rentals in Clinton, MD, and they are relatively easy to find.

Transportation

The area is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

There are various restaurants offering diverse cuisines, and the area has a growing art and music scene.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local recreational activities, and there are outdoor spaces for hiking and nature exploration.

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