Assistant Nurse Manager, Labor and Delivery

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Family benefits

Job summary

Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph in Wichita, KS seeks a labor and delivery nurse leader to manage daily unit operations, lead a team of nursing staff, and drive high-quality patient care across rotating shifts.

The role emphasizes staff development, clinical supervision, and ongoing quality initiatives within a full-time schedule. Join a values-driven Catholic health system that supports growth and education.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Kansas.
• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum 1 year of cumulative job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily unit operations and assess patient access needs to ensure safe, seamless, high-quality care.
• Empower and develop nursing staff through recruitment, onboarding, training and evaluations.
• Delegate clinical assignments based on staff skills to optimize care delivery and workflow.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and conduct clinical audits to elevate unit standards and patient safety.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff development

Clinical supervision

Quality improvement

Operations coordination

Education

RN license

BLS certification

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• - Location: Wichita, KS
• - Facility: Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph
• - Department: Labor and Delivery
• - Schedule: Rotating Shift l Full-time
• Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• - Lead daily unit operations and assess patient access needs to ensure every family receives safe, seamless and high-quality care.
• - Empower and develop nursing staff by managing recruitment, onboarding, ongoing training and performance evaluations.
• - Delegate clinical assignments strategically based on staff skills and proficiencies to optimize care delivery and team workflow.
• - Drive quality improvement initiatives and conduct clinical audits to elevate unit standards and patient safety outcomes.
• - Partner with department leadership to update, align and enforce operational processes across all shifts.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• - BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• - Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• - Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• - Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• - Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• - Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• - Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• - Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• - Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• - Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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