RN - LDRP - As Needed

RN - LDRP - As Needed 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.

24-hour neonatology and anesthesiology coverage, ensuring the highest level of safety and support for both mother and baby.

About Meritus Health

• 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.
• LDRP model
• We typically deliver

170–190 babies each month

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.

Responsibilities

and maintain

• 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.

Our Care Model & Staffing

• 1:1 patient assignment (occasionally 1:2 as needed).
• 1:3 couplets (occasionally 1:4).
• Follows
• AWHONN standards
• for safe and effective nurse-to-patient ratios.
• Ongoing
• A collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on patient safety and satisfaction.

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.

Benefits

• 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.
• package.

At

Meritus Medical Center