Nurse Manager, Labor and Delivery

About the role

Nurse Manager - Labor & Delivery | Perinatal Services | Leadership Opportunity

$10k Sign On Bonus

Are you a passionate nursing leader ready to make a meaningful impact in Labor & Delivery and Perinatal Education? We are seeking an experienced Nurse Manager, Labor & Delivery (L&D) to lead a high-performing team and ensure exceptional, patient-centered care for growing families.

In this dynamic leadership role, you will partner closely with the Director of Obstetrical Nursing to oversee 24/7 operations, drive clinical excellence, and support a collaborative, supportive environment for both patients and staff.

Why This Role Stands Out

Lead a high-impact Labor & Delivery unit with a strong, supportive leadership team
Shape clinical quality, patient experience, and staff engagement
Play a key role in policy development, education, and performance improvement
Balance leadership and clinical practice in a hands-on environment

What You'll Do

• Leverage your leadership and operational skills to oversee 24-hour operations of Labor & Delivery and Perinatal Education units
• Maintain and manage department schedules, staffing plans, and timecards
• Lead daily shift huddles to align teams on patient care priorities and operational plans
• Serve as Charge Nurse when working clinically
• Coach, mentor, and support staff through real-time feedback, goal setting, and performance management
• Conduct annual performance evaluations using established tools and standards
• Promote professional growth, education, and career development opportunities
• Participate in recruitment, interviewing, and onboarding of new team members
• Collaborate with Postpartum and Special Care Nursery leadership to ensure continuity of care
• Foster strong interdisciplinary communication and teamwork
• Represent the organization with professionalism in all interactions
• Provide and support direct patient care as needed
• Uphold and advocate for patient rights, privacy, dignity, and respect
• Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, evidence-based nursing care

What You Bring

• A strong background in Labor & Delivery / Women's Health Nursing
• Proven experience in nursing leadership or charge nurse roles
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• Excellent skills in team leadership, conflict resolution, and communication
• Passion for maternal-child health and patient-centered care

Schedule & Flexibility

• Leadership role with operational and clinical responsibilities
• Includes dayshift leadership coverage with support across weekends and holidays as needed

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

Join a team dedicated to supporting patients and families during life's most important moments. As a Nurse Manager in Labor & Delivery, you'll play a critical role in shaping care, supporting staff, and driving excellence every day.

Apply Here

To apply, please visit: https://emersonhealth.org/jobs/nurse-manager-labor-and-delivery-34609/