Job description
Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
Location: Silver Spring, Maryland
Start Date: 08-30-2026
End Date: 11-28-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night shift, 12-hour shifts (exact days and times to be confirmed)
Candidate Pay Rate: $59 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate care to mothers and babies during labor, delivery, and postpartum
- Monitor fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, responding quickly to changes
- Assist with deliveries, C-sections, and emergency procedures
- Educate new parents on newborn care and breastfeeding
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, positive birth experiences
- Document care accurately and maintain compliance with hospital policies
Qualifications
- Active RN license in Maryland or a compact state
- BLS, PALS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN/Fetal Heart Monitoring certifications
- Labor and Delivery experience preferred, but passionate new graduates are encouraged to apply
- Ability to meet all health screening requirements including PPD, vaccinations, and physical
- Strong commitment to patient safety and quality care
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong fetal monitoring interpretation skills
- Knowledge of maternal and newborn care best practices
- Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Proficiency with electronic medical records
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy
- 401K retirement savings plan to secure your future
- Generous housing stipend to make your assignment comfortable
- Travel reimbursement to get you to your new adventure
- Referral bonus program for bringing friends along
- 24/7 support from a dedicated team that values YOU
Travel Perks: Explore Silver Spring, Maryland
Silver Spring is a vibrant community just outside Washington, D.C. Enjoy the beautiful Sligo Creek Trail, explore Brookside Gardens, or head into D.C. for world-class museums, monuments, and nightlife. Great weekend getaway opportunities in the Chesapeake Bay area and Shenandoah National Park.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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Why UHCS
Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.