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Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Nurse

Location: Clinton, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Position: Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN)
Shift: 3x12 hour shifts, 1830-0700
Call Requirement: 36 hours in 6 weeks or 12 hours per pay period; must be on premises within 45 minutes of call
Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Every other weekend and every other holiday required
Float Requirement: Must float within skillset (Mom/Baby, postpartum, etc.)
High-risk Labor & Delivery experience required

Required Certifications

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC certified
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
C-EFM (Certified Electronic Fetal Monitoring) through NCC required at submission; AWHONN accepted as placeholder if registering for C-EFM course
STABLE certification required

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Maryland
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery nursing experience, including experience within the last year
Experience working with high-risk Labor and Delivery patients
ACLS certification
BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
NRP certification
Certified Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM)
STABLE certification

Additional Requirements

Criminal background check within 90 days of start, including multi-state searches
Drug screen 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 including:
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
- Tdap vaccine within 10 years preferred
- Documentation of MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) and Varicella immunity or vaccination
- Hepatitis B titer, series, or signed declination
- Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season
Competency exams including medication/pharmacology and EKG/dysrhythmia testing as applicable
Annual completion of facility-specific orientation and safety modules

Work Environment

Must be able to float to related units such as Mom/Baby and postpartum
Call and weekend/holiday coverage required
Must maintain compliance with all facility-required certifications and competencies

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity Labor and Delivery setting with a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates are experienced L&D nurses with required certifications and flexibility for call and floating duties.

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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