9 nursing jobs in Prince Frederick, MD
Prince Frederick serves as the seat of Calvert County in southern Maryland, offering a quieter, small-town pace within reach of both the Chesapeake Bay and the broader D.C.-Baltimore corridor. It's a practical fit for nurses who prefer a more rural setting without being too far from metro amenities.
Find a nursing job in Prince Frederick
Hiring here: Calvert County Nursing Center (3) · Calvert Health System (2) · CalvertHealth (2) · Bayside Primary Care (1) · RadNet (1)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (3pm-11pm)
Calvert County Nursing CenterPrince Frederick, MD
$30–$38/hr
Registered Nurse - Telemetry MED SURG
Calvert Health System · Health system employerPrince Frederick, MD
$36–$51/hr
Registered NUSE - Telemetry MED SURG
Calvert Health System · Health system employerPrince Frederick, MD
$36/hr
Working and living in Prince Frederick
· 9 open roles in this snapshot
Living costs
- Median gross rent
- $1,377/mo
- Rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $80,391/yr
- All local households, not nurse pay
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Credentials accepted
- NP1
- RN7
- LPN1
One posting may accept more than one credential.
Shifts listed
- Nights3
- Days1
- Evenings1
Postings may list several shifts or leave the shift unspecified.
Living in Prince Frederick
For healthcare professionals relocating to Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick represents Calvert County's primary civic and commercial anchor.
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Unlike the peninsula's purely rural enclaves, Prince Frederick provides an urban-suburban balance centered on Route 4 (Solomons Island Road), concentrating medical offices, grocery markets, and five major shopping plazas within a compact footprint. Dining ranges from quick casual chains to standout destination eateries such as Heritage 485, set in an 1891 Victorian home, and Brick Wood Fired Bistro.
Community life revolves around local staples like Spider Hall Farm, the local aquatic center, and the annual Calvert County Fair. Housing is evenly split between renters and homeowners, appealing to professionals seeking low-key neighborhood stability.
The central geographic position places nurses roughly an hour from Annapolis, Washington, D.C., and NAS Patuxent River. However, life here is decidedly car-dependent, and the area lacks an active urban nightlife scene, making it best suited for clinicians who favor rural tranquility, strong public schools, and straightforward access to daily commercial necessities.
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Housing
Housing in Prince Frederick offers an urban-suburban balance compared to the distinctly rural surroundings of Calvert County, with an almost even split between rental properties and owner-occupied homes. The residential landscape includes rental apartments and townhomes situated near the central Route 4 commercial and medical core, alongside single-family homes that extend into quieter suburban subdivisions.
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Getting around
Prince Frederick serves as the central junction for Calvert County, oriented primarily around Route 4 (Solomons Island Road). Healthcare workers and residents rely heavily on personal vehicles, as the town functions as a regional crossroads rather than a transit-served hub.
From Prince Frederick, drivers are roughly an hour's commute from Washington, D.C., Annapolis, and Naval Air Station Patuxent River or St. Mary's County, with regional commuters facing typical travel times of roughly 40 minutes along primary highway arteries.
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Food and dining
Dining in Prince Frederick centers along the Solomons Island Road corridor, which blends national chains in the town's shopping centers with standout local staples. Notable destination dining includes Heritage 485, an upscale restaurant housed in an 1891 Victorian home serving Northeastern Mediterranean-inspired American cuisine, alongside neighborhood favorites like Brick Wood Fired Bistro and Jerry's Place.
Quick bites and everyday retail eateries cluster heavily along the Route 4 commercial centers.
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Outdoors
Outdoor recreation within Prince Frederick includes local nature preserves and agricultural green spaces like Spider Hall Farm, a working farm that welcomes visitors year-round for seasonal produce and farm activities. The town is also home to an aquatic center for indoor and outdoor swimming, and it serves as a central gateway for exploring the broader waterways and rural trails across Calvert County.
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Arts and culture
Prince Frederick serves as the civic and cultural seat of Calvert County, hosting the annual Calvert County Fair, a signature event highlighting county traditions and community culture. Other public gathering points include the modern local library branch, an area planetarium, historic home sites, and fall agritourism events at Spider Hall Farm featuring corn mazes and hayrides.
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For families
Families represent roughly two-thirds of Prince Frederick's population, attracted by Calvert County Public Schools, which consistently earn high marks across Maryland. Family-friendly infrastructure includes multiple preschool options, an aquatic center, and community-centered seasonal events like the Calvert County Fair and autumn festivals at Spider Hall Farm.
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What locals say
Locals view Prince Frederick as a practical, amenity-rich hub with a quiet suburban atmosphere anchored by rural roots. Residents appreciate its central location in Southern Maryland, convenient access to five major shopping plazas, medical facilities, and well-regarded county schools.
On the downside, community members note that the area lacks a traditional walk-around historic downtown, can feel a bit quiet or boring for nightlife seekers, and requires driving along the busy Route 4 commercial strip for daily needs.