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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$84,095 / year median in Maryland
+10% projected growth
Job Description
MedStar Health seeks a compassionate Registered Nurse for our Labor & Delivery team on a per diem basis. In this role, you will provide evidence-based care to mothers and newborns through all phases of labor, delivery, and immediate postpartum. You will perform assessments, administer medications, support obstetric procedures, and respond to emergencies while collaborating with physicians, midwives, and support staff. MedStar offers a patient-first, mission-driven culture with access to advanced clinical practices, training, and opportunities to serve diverse communities in the Maryland-Washington, D.C. region. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to laboring patients, newborns, and families during labor, delivery, and immediate postpartum. Perform ongoing maternal and fetal assessments, including monitoring vital signs and fetal heart tracings. Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products in accordance with provider orders and clinical protocols. Assist physicians and midwives with deliveries, obstetric procedures, and emergency interventions. Document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the electronic health record (EHR). Educate patients and families on labor processes, pain management options, breastfeeding, and postpartum care. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate and optimize patient care plans. Maintain a safe environment by following infection control, safety, and regulatory standards. Respond rapidly to obstetric emergencies, including postpartum hemorrhage and fetal distress. Participate in ongoing training, skills development, and quality improvement initiatives within the unit. Required Skills Labor and delivery nursing Fetal monitoring Maternal and neonatal assessment Medication administration IV insertion and management Electronic health record (EHR) documentation Patient and family education Emergency response in obstetric settings Care coordination with multidisciplinary teams Infection control and patient safety protocols