Job Description

RN - LDRP - Part Time - Nightshift

48 hrs. Biweekly - 630pm - 7am





At

Meritus Medical Center

, our

32-bed Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) Unit

provides comprehensive, family-centered care for patients throughout every stage of childbirth--from antepartum through postpartum recovery.

Our

LDRP model

allows mothers to labor, deliver, recover, and room-in with their newborns all in one private space--creating a comfortable and seamless experience for families. Newborns remain in the room with their mothers unless a higher level of care is required.



We typically deliver

170-190 babies each month

and maintain

24-hour neonatology and anesthesiology coverage

, ensuring the highest level of safety and support for both mother and baby.


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What You'll Do

Provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care throughout the continuum of labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum. Support mothers and families during labor, birth, and the immediate postpartum period. Monitor maternal and fetal status, administer medications, and assist in labor support and delivery procedures. Collaborate closely with physicians, midwives, and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes. Educate and support new mothers in infant care, breastfeeding, and postpartum recovery.
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Our Care Model & Staffing

Labor:

1:1 patient assignment (occasionally 1:2 as needed).

Postpartum:

1:3 couplets (occasionally 1:4).

Staffing:

Follows

AWHONN standards

for safe and effective nurse-to-patient ratios.
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Why Join Meritus?

At Meritus Medical Center, we're committed to

excellence in family-centered maternity care

. As part of our LDRP team, you'll benefit from:


24-hour

neonatology and anesthesia coverage

for safe, comprehensive care. Competitive pay and

comprehensive benefits

package. Ongoing

professional development and continuing education

. A collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on patient safety and satisfaction.
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What We're Looking For

Current RN license

in the State of Maryland (or compact state eligibility). Education - ASN required. BSN Preferred.

BLS and NRP certification

required (or obtained within a set timeframe). Previous L&D, postpartum, or women's health experience preferred. Strong communication skills and the ability to provide calm, empathetic care in high-intensity situations. Passion for supporting women and families through one of life's most meaningful experiences.

Caring for Our Team

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

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Licenses & Certifications

RequiredBasic Life Support

PreferredAdvanced Cardiac Life Sup

Equal Opportunity Employer

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