Nurse Manager, Labor & Delivery — Day Shift Lead

Holy Cross Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 86,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Cross Health in Silver Spring, MD, seeks an RN Nurse Manager to lead the Labor & Delivery team, fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, and clinical excellence. You will support staff, strengthen communication, and ensure safe, patient-centered care in a high-acuity maternity setting.

The role emphasizes coaching, mentorship, and ensuring adherence to established standards while improving throughput and patient experience.

Qualifications

• RN license in Maryland or a compact state.
• BSN degree is required; MSN preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of Labor & Delivery experience.
• 1–3 years of leadership experience (Charge RN, Supervisor, or Manager).

Responsibilities

• Lead and support L&D nursing staff and charge nurses in daily operations.
• Ensure safe staffing, scheduling, and patient assignments.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to staff.
• Address employees' concerns with respect, fairness, and transparency.
• Foster open, clear communication across the care team.
• Oversee patient flow and throughput in a busy L&D unit.
• Support adherence to AWHONN/ACOG standards and best practices.
• Monitor quality, safety, and patient experience outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coaching

Communication

Patient safety

Education

BSN

MSN preferred

Job description

Holy Cross Health in Silver Spring, MD, seeks an RN Nurse Manager to lead the Labor & Delivery team, fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, and clinical excellence. You will support staff, strengthen communication, and ensure safe, patient-centered care in a high-acuity maternity setting.

The role emphasizes coaching, mentorship, and ensuring adherence to established standards while improving throughput and patient experience.