RN - LDRP - Part Time - Dayshift

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

83d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Previous L&D, postpartum, or women's health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire.
• Life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one.
• 401k plan.
• Education assistance program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Shift differential for employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree