Manager of Nursing – Labor & Delivery

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.