```htmlJob Opportunity – Labor & Delivery / Maternity Nurse – Virginia
Start Date: August 24, 2026
Location: Salem, Virginia
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule (Days: Saturday/Sunday; Nights: Friday/Saturday); No on-call requirement for travelers; Extra shift opportunities available
Highlights:
- Comprehensive Maternity Care Center with 9 LDR beds, 8 Postpartum/GYN beds, 2 OR suites, and 23-bed wellborn nursery
- Patient ratios: 3 couplets per nurse; 1:1 for active labor, Pitocin administration, and epidural care
- EMR system: Centricity Perinatal & Meditech; Equipment includes Corometrics monitoring
- Full-spectrum OB services: Labor & Delivery, cesarean sections, postpartum and newborn care, OB/ED triage, inductions, and midwife collaboration
- Supportive team environment with 50+ dedicated staff members and structured day/night shift coverage
- Scrubs provided; no floating outside of the maternity unit
Requirements:
- Active RN license with OB/Maternity nursing experience required
- Current BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN certifications required
- Cesarean section experience (circulator, first assist, or scrub) strongly preferred
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a well-established maternity care team providing comprehensive obstetric services in a supportive, collaborative environment. This role is ideal for energetic, self-directed nurses passionate about maternal and newborn health. With a strong team structure, manageable patient ratios, and opportunities for additional shifts, you'll have the support and resources to deliver exceptional care while maintaining professional growth and work-life balance.
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