Labor and Delivery Nurse Manager

Clinical Management Consultants; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinical Management Consultants is assisting a health system in the beautiful South Puget Sound region with a Labor and Delivery Nurse Manager opportunity. The role leads a 27-bed Labor & Delivery unit within a Family Birth Center, guiding Postpartum and Mother-Baby services and collaborating with obstetricians, midwives, and pediatric staff to ensure safe, family-centered care.

The Manager will oversee roughly 100 staff, drive quality improvement, staffing optimization, regulatory compliance,

Qualifications

• RN licensure required with leadership experience in Labor & Delivery.
• Experience managing a large L&D unit or service line.
• Strong focus on safety, family-centered care, and patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a 27-bed Labor & Delivery unit.
• Sustain quality metrics and patient satisfaction across the unit.
• Collaborate with physicians, midwives, and nursing staff to coordinate care.
• Lead performance improvement initiatives and staffing planning.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

L&D operations

Quality improvement

Collaboration

Education

RN license

BSN

MSN

Tools

Epic

EHR

Job description

A Labor and Delivery Nurse Manager opportunity is now available in the beautiful South Puget Sound region—an exciting, career-advancing leadership role for a passionate nurse leader ready to make a meaningful impact in maternal and newborn care.

The Manager Labor and Delivery will lead a dynamic 27-bed Labor and Delivery unit within a comprehensive Family Birth Center that also includes Postpartum and Mother-Baby services. This growing Women’s Services division is part of a trusted regional healthcare organization known for compassionate care, clinical excellence, and patient-centered service. The facility offers advanced specialty programs and a highly skilled team with a strong focus on innovation and community health. The department supports routine deliveries and higher-risk obstetric cases while prioritizing safety, family-centered care, and positive birth experiences. The Manager Labor and Delivery will help sustain quality metrics, improve patient satisfaction, and advance maternal-child health outcomes across the continuum of care.

Reporting to Director of Women's Services, the Manager Labor and Delivery will oversee approximately 100 staff while providing operational leadership, fiscal management, strategic planning, and guidance for quality improvement. Support will come from charge nurses, experienced RNs, lactation consultants, and educators. The unit also works closely with obstetricians, midwives, anesthesiologists, pediatric providers, and surgical staff. The Manager Labor and Delivery will mentor a friendly and highly skilled nursing team while promoting a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive culture. Responsibilities include optimizing staffing, maintaining regulatory compliance, leading performance improvement initiatives, and advancing evidence-based maternity practices that support safe and compassionate care.

Located in the South Puget Sound region, the Manager Labor and Delivery will enjoy a lifestyle that blends natural beauty with vibrant community living. The area offers scenic waterfronts, mountain views, boating, and miles of hiking and biking trails. Residents also enjoy a thriving arts and music scene as well as local farmers markets and diverse dining options. Excellent schools, welcoming neighborhoods, and a balanced cost of living add to the region’s appeal. With convenient transportation and proximity to major cities and airports, South Puget Sound offers both adventure and stability for professionals and families.

The Manager Labor and Delivery will receive competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits, along with professional development and career advancement support.