Registered Nurse (RN), Labor & Delivery

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 79,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) in Labor & Delivery for full-time rotating shifts (7am-7:30pm for 3 weeks, then 7pm-7:30am for 3 weeks) in Bel Air, MD. A $15k sign-on bonus may apply. The role requires nursing expertise, BLS/NRP, and C-EFM within 12–18 months of hire.

Prior L&D experience and Maryland RN licensure are essential. The position emphasizes patient-focused care, critical thinking in emergencies, and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Prior experience in Labor & Delivery is required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Maryland RN license.
• Certification in BLS and NRP required; if not NRP, must obtain within 60 days.
• C-EFM certification required within 12-18 months after hire.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred for nursing practice.
• Keep current licensure and participate in ongoing education (20 CEUs/year).

Responsibilities

• Direct and deliver patient care using the nursing process.
• Assess and document physical, psychosocial, educational, spiritual/cultural, and discharge needs.
• Develop, update and implement a prioritized plan of care.
• Administer transfusions, medications, IV therapy per policy.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and infection control standards.
• Provide health teaching and patient rights education.
• Collaborate with team and mentor staff as needed.

Skills

Labor & Delivery

BLS

NRP

STABLE

C-EFM

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Maryland RN license

Tools

CPR/BLS equipment

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN), Labor & Delivery

Full time Rotating: 7am-7:30pm for 3 weeks followed by 7pm - 7:30am for 3 weeks

$15k Sign-on Bonus; restrictions may apply

General Summary

A clinically competent professional who utilizes the nursing process to direct and deliver care to the patient population on an assigned unit.

• Assesses and documents accurately the physical, psychosocial, educational, spiritual/cultural, and discharge planning needs of the patient/family.
• Develops a prioritized plan of care (POC) based on medical diagnosis and identified patient/family needs. Updates POC daily.
• Implements the plan of care by performing evidence-based interventions and treatments specific to the diagnosis or problem: administers/monitors blood transfusions, medications, IV therapy per hospital policy. Demonstrates ability to function effectively in clinical emergencies. Demonstrates skills and competencies with:
• Maintains BLS, NRP, STABLE
• C-EFM required for Labor & Delivery nurses within 12-18 months after hire
• All Labor & Delivery and Special Care Nursery nurses will be required to orient and maintain competencies as a Mother/Baby RN
• Sets priorities and organizes work effectively.
• Provides health teaching that addresses such topics as risk-reducing behaviors, activities of daily living, infection prevention behaviors and patient rights and responsibilities.
• Assures the Environment of Care is maintained according to regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluates and documents the effectiveness of the planned strategies in relation to patient responses and the attainment of the expected outcomes.
• Assures compliance with all National Hospital Quality Measures
• Ensures compliance with all National Patient Safety Goals and infection control standards. Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice.
• Demonstrates skills and competencies for the adolescent, adult and elderly patient.
• Maintains and is accountable for required 20 CEUs for the year.
• Submits PAM yearly completion list, if applicable.
• Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues; assists others with implementation of care.
• Partners with others to effect change and generate positive outcomes through knowledge of the patient, use of SBAR communication and hand-off communication per policy.
• Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice by delivering care that protects patient outcomes, dignity, rights and confidentiality.
• Integrates evidence-based findings into practice; participates in unit/hospital quality improvement efforts i.e. shared governance; and unit-specific improvement efforts.
• Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of care: uses supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner.
• Assumes leadership role of the team. Participates in training of nursing students/precepts, if requested.
• Delegates tasks and duties in compliance with policy and in a manner which results in efficient and effective patient care.

Job Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN), Labor & Delivery

Full time Rotating: 7am-7:30pm for 3 weeks followed by 7pm - 7:30am for 3 weeks

$15k Sign-on Bonus; restrictions may apply

General Summary

A clinically competent professional who utilizes the nursing process to direct and deliver care to the patient population on an assigned unit.

• Assesses and documents accurately the physical, psychosocial, educational, spiritual/cultural, and discharge planning needs of the patient/family.
• Develops a prioritized plan of care (POC) based on medical diagnosis and identified patient/family needs. Updates POC daily.
• Implements the plan of care by performing evidence-based interventions and treatments specific to the diagnosis or problem: administers/monitors blood transfusions, medications, IV therapy per hospital policy. Demonstrates ability to function effectively in clinical emergencies. Demonstrates skills and competencies with:
• Maintains BLS, NRP, STABLE
• C-EFM required for Labor & Delivery nurses within 12-18 months after hire
• All Labor & Delivery and Special Care Nursery nurses will be required to orient and maintain competencies as a Mother/Baby RN
• Sets priorities and organizes work effectively.
• Provides health teaching that addresses such topics as risk-reducing behaviors, activities of daily living, infection prevention behaviors and patient rights and responsibilities.
• Assures the Environment of Care is maintained according to regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluates and documents the effectiveness of the planned strategies in relation to patient responses and the attainment of the expected outcomes.
• Assures compliance with all National Hospital Quality Measures
• Ensures compliance with all National Patient Safety Goals and infection control standards. Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice.
• Demonstrates skills and competencies for the adolescent, adult and elderly patient.
• Maintains and is accountable for required 20 CEUs for the year.
• Submits PAM yearly completion list, if applicable.
• Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues; assists others with implementation of care.
• Partners with others to effect change and generate positive outcomes through knowledge of the patient, use of SBAR communication and hand-off communication per policy.
• Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice by delivering care that protects patient outcomes, dignity, rights and confidentiality.
• Integrates evidence-based findings into practice; participates in unit/hospital quality improvement efforts i.e. shared governance; and unit-specific improvement efforts.
• Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of care: uses supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner.
• Assumes leadership role of the team. Participates in training of nursing students/precepts, if requested.
• Delegates tasks and duties in compliance with policy and in a manner which results in efficient and effective patient care.

Work Experience

Required Skills and Experience

• Prior experience in Labor & Delivery is required.
• Orientation based on experience level and determined by unit. Regardless of experience, all new RN team members will be required to complete the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Hospital Breastfeeding Policy Training Program in addition to six hours of hands‑on lactation education.
• If not STABLE certified, will require taking STABLE class
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, Bachelors preferred.
• Currently licensed as an RN in the State of Maryland.
• Certification in BCLS and NRP required. If not NRP certified, it must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
• C-EFM required and if not already certified must obtain within 12-18 months after hire.

Benefits

Compensation

• Pay Range: $37.75 - $54.05
• Other Compensation (if applicable):

• Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide