RN Manager: Labor & Delivery & OB-ED Leadership

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne is seeking a Manager to lead day-to-day departmental operations and uphold clinical practice standards. This leadership role combines clinical expertise with strategic oversight to drive quality, safety, and patient experience.

The position emphasizes staff development, effective communication, and alignment with MercyOne’s Mission, Vision, and Values. BSN required and minimum nursing leadership experience; Iowa licensure required.

Qualifications

• BSN required, or pursuing BSN with completion within 3 years.
• Minimum 5 years of nursing experience, incl. 3 years in nursing leadership.
• Current Iowa RN license required; Illinois license required if practicing in Illinois.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical practice standards and ensure high-quality, safe patient care.
• Develop CQI plans and respond to safety events and incidents.
• Lead communication across physicians, staff, and leaders; maintain staffing levels.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and assess staff; promote professional growth.
• Assist with department budget and resource management.
• Enforce safety, infection control, and environment of care procedures.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical judgment

Communication

Patient-centered care

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

MercyOne is seeking a Manager to lead day-to-day departmental operations and uphold clinical practice standards. This leadership role combines clinical expertise with strategic oversight to drive quality, safety, and patient experience.

The position emphasizes staff development, effective communication, and alignment with MercyOne’s Mission, Vision, and Values. BSN required and minimum nursing leadership experience; Iowa licensure required.