Job Description

Lead with purpose. Deliver life-changing care.

As the Manager of Nursing for Labor & Delivery , you will provide strategic and operational leadership for a high-performing team dedicated to bringing new life into the world. This role is responsible for driving exceptional patient outcomes, staff engagement, and operational excellence across a 24/7 unit, ensuring care is safe, compassionate, and aligned with regulatory standards and organizational goals.

You’ll serve as both a clinical leader and culture builder , empowering your team to deliver evidence-based, family-centered care during some of life’s most meaningful moments.

What You’ll Do

Lead & Inspire

• Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Serve as a change agent , guiding teams through growth, innovation, and transformation
• Inspire a shared vision that aligns with organizational mission and values

Operational Excellence

• Oversee 24-hour operations of Labor & Delivery, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective care
• Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets and performance metrics
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards (TJC, CARF, etc.)

Build & Develop Teams

• Recruit, hire, coach, and develop a high-performing nursing team
• Foster professional growth through mentorship, education, and performance management
• Create an environment grounded in psychological safety, learning, and empowerment

Patient-Centered Care

• Ensure delivery of evidence-based, safe, and compassionate care across all patient populations
• Support a family-centered approach for mothers, newborns, and support systems
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and patient experience

Collaborate & Influence

• Partner with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and community stakeholders
• Strengthen relationships that enhance patient care and organizational outcomes
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and service line growth

Why This Role Matters

You’ll play a critical role in shaping the birth experience for families while building and leading a team that delivers clinical excellence every day. This is an opportunity to influence not just outcomes—but culture, experience, and the future of maternal-child health services .

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Master’s Degree preferred or in progress upon hire
• Strong command of English (reading, writing, speaking)

Experience

• Prior leadership or management experience in nursing
• Experience in Labor & Delivery or Women’s Services strongly preferred

Licensure & Certifications

• Active or ability to obtain Nevada Registered Nurse (RN) license upon hire
• Current BLS certification required
• Professional certification (e.g., RNC-OB, NE-BC) preferred

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong clinical judgment and commitment to evidence-based practice
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage operations, and drive outcomes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and healthcare systems/EMRs

Additional Details

• This role includes direct patient care responsibilities as needed
• Practices align with ANA Scope & Standards and Code of Ethics
• Supports a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and shared decision-making

Disclaimer

This job description reflects the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or requirements.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs