Assistant Nurse Manager (RN) – Labor & Delivery

About the role

The Assistant Nurse Manager at Saint Mary’s Hospital supports the Nurse Manager in administrative and managerial responsibilities while leading the Labor & Delivery team in providing exceptional, family-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Nurse Manager in overseeing unit personnel and maintaining a safe, efficient, and supportive nursing environment.
• Serve as a supervisor, coordinating charge nurses and frontline staff, contributing to staff coordination, scheduling, and patient flow.
• Participate in hiring, performance management, staff engagement, and professional development initiatives.
• Promote a culture of patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuous quality improvement.
• Lead by example, fostering respectful communication, teamwork, and compassionate patient-centered care.
• Support evidence-based obstetrical and neonatal practices while ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary teams to drive positive maternal and newborn outcomes.
• Support operational performance, patient satisfaction, and staff retention through transformational leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Valid RN license in Connecticut.
• Two or more years of Labor & Delivery, Women’s Health, Maternal Child Health, or Obstetrical Nursing experience.
• One or more years of management or supervisory experience, such as Charge Nurse or Clinical Coordinator.
• BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
• Advanced Fetal Monitoring certification and/or specialty certifications such as RNC-OB, NCC, NRP, or equivalent preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in Labor & Delivery, Women’s Health, Maternal Child Health, or Obstetrical Nursing.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of obstetric and neonatal care practices.

Skills

• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Leadership and management abilities.
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Ability to promote a culture of patient safety and clinical excellence.

Benefits

• Salaried position.
• Flexible shifts, including evening and night shifts.

Pay

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

• Full-Time, 36 hours/week.