Registered Nurse; RN Labor and Delivery
Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Virginia, 22904, USA
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Nursing
Obstetrics, Gynecology, Pediatric Nurse, Nursing Home
Overview
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Full Time Registered Nurse for the LDRP. This is a night shift position with required call. Preferred applicants will have experience specifically in Labor and Delivery and will cross train into postpartum. Ideal applicants will have previous charge or supervisory experience.
Location and ScheduleCity/State:
Charlottesville, VA
Work Shift:
Third (Nights)
Hours:
Three 12-hour shifts per week with every 3rd weekend rotation on Saturday and Sunday. The required call is 16-24 hours per 6-week schedule.
Sign on bonus up to $20,000 available for qualified candidates.
LDRP Unit DescriptionSentara Martha Jefferson’s Women’s Health L&D and postpartum unit includes a 24-bed post-partum mother/baby unit. The Level 2 newborn specialty care nursery has a 1:1 ratio, and intermediate care babies have a 1:3 nursing ratio. The LDRP unit also offers post-operative care for complex GYN and breast surgical needs. The unit has a 100-member cross-trained team delivering care to Charlottesville, VA, and surrounding areas.
The schedule is primarily 12-hour shifts with rotating weekends and holiday requirements. The unit has been recognized for quality care in national rankings.
- Low Cesarean Rate 21.5%
- Exclusive Breastfeeding Rate 85%
- Patient Satisfaction Score 89%
- 11 private birthing rooms with Jacuzzi tubs, 2 triage rooms, 1 obstetrical OR, and 2-bed OB PACU
- Newborn Nursery and 7-bed Level II Special Care Nursery
- 24 private Mother/Baby and Women’s Services rooms
- Lactation Services available 7 days/week
- Platform employs approximately 100 employees across clinical and support roles
- RN retention rate 98%
- NTSV CS rate 18% (low in the Sentara system)
- Degree or diploma in Registered Nursing
- BSN or MSN preferred
- Women’s Care - Perinatal departments; NRP within 6 months of hire
- BLS within 90 days of hire
- Registered nursing license required
- EFM – Electronic Fetal Monitoring preferred
- Certified Obstetrics Nursing preferred
- 2 years of acute care registered nurse experience in Women’s health preferred
- Experience in charge roles preferred
- Labor and Delivery specific experience preferred
- Strong understanding of patient safety protocols
- Ability to manage complex cases in fast-paced environments
- Strong communication with patients and providers
- Must want to work night shift
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Disability and Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Reimbursement for certifications and access to CEUs
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Potential annual discretionary bonus (eligibility criteria apply)
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital, located in Charlottesville, VA, is a Magnet-status, 176-bed facility offering private rooms and a range of specialties. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and promotes diversity, inclusion, and belonging. This is a tobacco-free environment. Remote work eligibility does not apply to this role.
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