New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum (LDRP)
You'll assess and plan care for your assigned patients.
- Eligibility
- Unit and setting
- LDRP: Labor, Delivery, Recovery and Postpartum · Hospital New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum (LDRP)
- License
- RN license Our November 16th or December 7th requires an active RN license prior to theActive RN license before the start date
- Term
- Starts Nov 16, 2026 · Permanent
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed, residency program
- License
- Active RN license before the start date Our November 16th or December 7th requires an active RN license prior to the
- Certification
- CPR required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy; CPR.
- Education
- Graduate of a state-approved or accredited nursing school Required: Graduated from state approved school of nursing or an accredited
- Also asks
- Background check and pre-employment health screen, including drug screen a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug
Preferred
- Experience
- Prior LDRP or women's experience, e.g., as a medical assistant, CNA or PCA We are especially interested in candidates with prior LDRP and Women's experience as a Medical
- Experience
- Senior practicum or capstone on an L&D or postpartum unit practicum or capstone experience in a Labor & Delivery or Postpartum unit.
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates. See program calendars.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questionsAround graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license
What it pays
- Sign-on bonus
- $15,000
- Childcare
- Offered
- Bonus
- Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus, paid as you go Enjoy up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus (paid as you go), competitive pay,
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical, dental, vision and life insuranceMedical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Benefits401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- BenefitsGenerous paid time offGenerous paid time off
- BenefitsCareer development and continuing education opportunitiesCareer development and continuing education opportunities
- BenefitsHealth savings accounts, healthcare and dependent flexible spending accountsHealth savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- BenefitsEmployee assistance program and employee discount programEmployee Assistance program, Employee discount program
More benefits (7)
- BenefitsVoluntary pet, legal, accident, critical illness, long-term care, elder and child care, auto and home insurancecritical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home
- Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program
- Employee discount program
- Pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
The role and schedule
- Union
- Union position
- Day to day
- Supervising staff who are delegated nursing care responsibility for the supervision of staff to which nursing care is
- Start
- Residency cohorts start November 16, 2026 or December 7, 2026. We're Hiring for Our November 16th, 2026 and December 7, 2026 LDRP RN Residency
- Details
- Hospital has a Special Care Level IIB nursery and high-risk pregnancy care advanced maternity care including our Special Care Level IIB nursery and high-risk
Support on this unit
The posting does not state the assignment size, and nothing published names it for this unit.
- Orientation
- Residency program
- Residency
- November 16th, 2026 and December 7, 2026
The workplace
Ask Mira
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range, differentials, and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What preceptor time and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
On your path
Labor & Delivery has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.
Original listing
Posted on Tenet Healthcare’s careers page.
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We're Hiring for Our November 16th, 2026 and December 7, 2026 LDRP RN Residency CohortS! Enjoy up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus (paid as you go), competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Are you ready to launch your nursing career in Labor, Delivery, Recovery and Postpartum? MetroWest Medical Center is now accepting applications for our November 16th and December 7th RN Residency Cohorts. We are especially interested in candidates with prior LDRP and Women's experience as a Medical Assistant, CNA, PCA, as well as new graduate nurses who completed a senior practicum or capstone experience in a Labor & Delivery or Postpartum unit.
Join a fast-paced, supportive environment where your previous experience is valued and your growth as a new nurse is a priority. Our LDRP RN Residency combines expert mentorship, hands-on learning, and a collaborative team to help you build the confidence and critical thinking skills needed for success in LDRP nursing.
Apply today!
Our November 16th or December 7th requires an active RN license prior to the start date. As part of our residency program, you'll join a supportive community of clinical educators, experienced nurses, and fellow new graduate RNs dedicated to helping you successfully transition from student to professional nurse.
About Us
MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive care, at a location close to home. The 307-bed regional healthcare system includes Framingham Union Hospital, Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick and the MetroWest Wellness Center. MetroWest Medical Center has been named to the 2019 America’s 100 Best Hospitals List by Healthgrades.
Our New Graduate RN program offers innovative curriculum delivered through a comprehensive 12-month program focused on creating a solid foundation at the start of your nursing profession. We designed an environment to help you develop delegation and priority setting skills, holistic patient care through interdisciplinary communication and establishment of valuable professional relationships. You will have the opportunity to experience different shifts, patient populations, and unit cultures.
Job Responsibilities
Will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide safe and competent patient care. Will specifically, assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing direct nursing care to assigned patients. Will also assume responsibility for the supervision of staff to which nursing care is appropriately delegated.
Onboarding Process: Please be advised that candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug screen.
Education
Required: Graduated from state approved school of nursing or an accredited school.
Not a graduate yet? We offer externships to continue building your skills and gain hands on experience. Our externships are an amazing opportunity to learn more about Metrowest Medical Center and the culture of the specific units you are interested in following your graduation.
Certifications
Required: Currently licensed, certified, or registered to practice profession as required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy; CPR.
Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.
Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters!
At Metrowest Medical Center - Consolidated, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and
programs include
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and
critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
MetroWest Medical Center has been serving the community since we opened as the first public medical facility in Framingham in 1893. MetroWest Medical Center is comprised of Framingham Union Hospital and Leonard Morse Hospital, a unique behavioral health specialty center located in Natick dedicated to the mental health of our community. At Framingham Union Hospital, youll find comprehensive health care services for the entire family including 24-hour emergency care, advanced cardiac care, high-tech cancer treatments and advanced maternity care including our Special Care Level IIB nursery and high-risk pregnancy care. MetroWest Medical Center was recognized by the Joint Commission with a Gold Seal of Approval, a symbol of quality that reflects our commitment to meeting performance standards and providing safe and effective patient care.
Our skilled cardiac team was recognized as one of Healthgrades Americas 100 best hospitals for Coronary Intervention and ranked among the top 5% in the nation for coronary interventional procedures in 2023. At MetroWest Medical Center, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team dedicated to improving the health of our community. Join us!
What's around it?
Framingham, MAFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 6% above the US average
- Median rent
- $2,033/mo
- Household income
- $107,419/yr, all local households, not nurse pay