Nurse Manager – Labor & Delivery | Perinatal Services

Nurse Manager – Labor & Delivery | Perinatal Services

Job Ref: 34068
Category: Nurse Manager
Location:

133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, Concord, MA 01742

Department: Labor & Delivery
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Day shift
Hours: 0700-1600
Pay Range: $64.00 - $75.00 per hour

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

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

Leadership & Operations

• Oversee 24-hour operations of Labor & Delivery and Perinatal Education units
• Ensure optimal staffing, skill mix, and resource allocation to meet patient care needs
• 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

Team Development & Engagement

• 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

Clinical Excellence & Quality

• Collaborate with leadership and educators to develop, update, and implement policies and best practices
• Drive quality improvement initiatives, patient satisfaction, and clinical outcomes
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, DPH, and regulatory standards
• Support ongoing staff education including new equipment, policies, and clinical programs

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner 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

Patient Care

• 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

• 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.