Nurse Manager, Labor and Delivery

Title: Nurse Manager, Labor and Delivery
Location: Seattle, WA
Job Type: FTE/Permanent
Shifts: Day Shift

Position Overview:
The L&D Manager is responsible for the overall management and leadership of a unit or group of patient care units within Nursing Services. This position oversees all clinical and operational activities in accordance with the organization's mission, vision, and values. The L&D Manager will be part of a collaborative and diverse team and work closely with other leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality care to patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the L&D unit's clinical and operational activities, ensuring quality care is provided in line with organizational values.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment within the L&D leadership team and the Women & Children's leadership team.
• Share responsibility for quality, finance, staffing, and the patient and caregiver experience.
• Focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives for patients, caregivers, and providers.
• Partner with the clinical teams to ensure quality metrics, including NTSV, are met and collaborate for continuous improvement.
• Work with the clinical nurse specialist (CNS), Perinatal Educator, and team on evidence-based practice changes.
• Lead the recruitment and hiring process for experienced staff, travelers, and candidates for the L&D residency/fellowship program.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with a commitment to obtain BSN within two years of hire.
• At least 3 years of recent experience in Labor & Delivery nursing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Nursing or a related field.
• At least 1 year of first-line management experience.

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

• Office-based and clinical work environments with opportunities for collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.