MPF Federal is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse (RN) – Labor & Delivery to provide intrapartum coverage services at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. This position is designated as mission essential and requires onsite clinical support during scheduled shifts, including federally recognized holidays.
Compensation: $40.00 per hour
The RN Labor & Delivery will provide comprehensive inpatient intrapartum nursing care in accordance with established nursing standards, hospital policies, AWHONN guidelines, and evidence-based obstetric practices.
Work Schedule & Hours
Scheduling: Varied shifts Sunday through Saturday
Typical Shift Times Include:
- 0645–1915
- 1845–0715
- 0645–1515
- 1845–0315
- 1045–1915
- 2245–0715
Maximum Hours: Not to exceed eighty (80) hours per two-week period, inclusive of weekend and holiday services
Schedules for required shifts will be provided to the Contractor twelve (12) weeks in advance. Final schedules must be submitted to the Matrix Program Manager (PM) eight (8) weeks prior to services being required.
Schedule changes must be submitted seventy-two (72) hours in advance. The Government may waive the 72-hour notification requirement on a case-by-case basis for unforeseen circumstances such as illness or injury. Shift coverage is required during schedule changes to prevent gaps in services.
A substitute contract worker is not required unless the permanent contract worker is absent for more than three (3) calendar days.
Mission Essential & Work Authorization
This labor category is designated as mission essential.
The contract worker must be a United States Citizen and must be available to provide services during scheduled shifts, including holidays.
In the event of unplanned facility closures due to natural disaster, military emergency, severe weather, pandemic, or Government-directed closure (outside of planned closures), the contract worker will be compensated for personal services during the closure.
Core Responsibilities
The Registered Nurse Labor & Delivery will provide services within the scope of practice and hospital policies, including but not limited to:
Inpatient Labor & Delivery Clinical Care
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to obstetric patients during the intrapartum period
- Perform maternal and fetal assessments, including advanced fetal heart rate monitoring and interpretation
- Monitor labor progression and identify deviations from normal labor patterns
- Assist with vaginal and cesarean deliveries
- Administer medications and IV therapies in accordance with provider orders
- Manage obstetric emergencies including shoulder dystocia, postpartum hemorrhage, fetal distress, and emergent cesarean sections
- Provide immediate newborn stabilization and support in collaboration with neonatal teams
- Educate patients and families regarding labor, delivery, and postpartum expectations
Emergency Response & Critical Care
- Perform efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols
- Remain calm and communicate effectively during high-risk obstetric events
- Anticipate potential complications and intervene appropriately
- Notify appropriate supervisory personnel of clinical concerns
Documentation & Health Information Systems
- Perform timely, accurate, and concise documentation of patient care
- Maintain legible records in accordance with clinic directives
- Operate and maintain proficiency in automated systems including MHS GENESIS, ADS, CIS, and other clinical information systems
- Participate in Performance Improvement (PI) and Risk Management (RM) functions
- Maintain and respond to DOD email and voicemail communications as required
Performance Improvement & Compliance
- Maintain productivity comparable to peers performing similar services
- Participate in peer review and the MTF Performance Improvement Program
- Comply with infection control policies, aseptic techniques, and universal precautions
- Properly handle, store, and dispose of infectious waste
- Participate in implementation of the Family Advocacy Program as directed
- Attend and complete all required annual training including disaster preparedness, infection control, Sexual Harassment prevention, Bloodborne Pathogens, Fire and Safety, CBRNE, MHS GENESIS, and other mandatory MTF training
- Participate in clinical simulations and drills facilitated by the unit nurse educator and simulation center
- Provide in-service education and clinical direction to supporting government personnel (e.g., hospital corpsmen, students)
- Attend meetings as directed
Team Collaboration & Professional Practice
- Exercise appropriate clinical delegation and coordinate care among healthcare team members
- Maintain awareness of legal and ethical considerations in patient care
- Practice with professional accountability and responsibility
- Support a safe, respectful, and patient-centered care environment
- Participate in continuing education to support professional growth
Physical & Work Environment
- Hospital-based inpatient Labor & Delivery unit
- Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and direct patient interaction
- Exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and medical hazards consistent with obstetric healthcare settings
Requirements
Competencies
- Strong intrapartum nursing assessment and critical thinking skills
- Advanced fetal heart rate interpretation
- Ability to manage high-acuity obstetric patients
- Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills
- Ability to respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations
- Knowledge of infection control and patient safety procedures
- Proficiency with electronic medical record systems
- Strong professional communication and interpersonal skills
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Associate’s Degree in Nursing
- Graduate from a college or university accredited by ACEN or CCNE
Experience
- Minimum one (1) year of experience within the last two (2) years as a Registered Nurse in an inpatient intrapartum (Labor & Delivery) setting
Licensure
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse
Certifications
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring certification (AWHONN)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
- Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) or Emergencies in Clinical Obstetrics (ECO)
- New employees must complete ALSO within 180 days of hire (may be completed at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth)
- STABLE certification (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, Emotional Support)
Benefits
MPF Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We offer a competitive compensation package including a competitive salary, medical benefits, PTO, holiday pay and more.