Lead OB Charge Nurse – Labor & Delivery

Western Missouri Medical Center; Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg, MO seeks a Charge Nurse to coordinate and supervise unit activities, nursing care, and day-to-day clinical operations in the Labor/Delivery area. You will participate in discharge planning and collaborate with departments to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

The role emphasizes staffing planning, professional leadership, and adherence to patient care standards while supporting the hospital's mission and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensed to practice as a professional RN in Missouri.
• BSN or specialty certification required within 3 years.
• 3 years obstetrics experience.
• Current BLS, NRP, ACLS; STABLE either current or to be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise unit activities and nursing care.
• Provide day-to-day supervision of clinical activities in the unit.
• Communicate staffing needs to leadership with sound judgment.
• Participate in discharge planning and QA initiatives.
• Act as a resource to staff and promote teamwork across departments.

Skills

Fetal Monitoring

OB Nursing

Staff Supervision

Discharge Planning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Missouri RN license

BSN or specialty certification within 3 years

Job description

Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg, MO seeks a Charge Nurse to coordinate and supervise unit activities, nursing care, and day-to-day clinical operations in the Labor/Delivery area. You will participate in discharge planning and collaborate with departments to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

The role emphasizes staffing planning, professional leadership, and adherence to patient care standards while supporting the hospital's mission and teamwork.