Nurse Manager, Operations - Duke University Hospital - Labor & Delivery

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

 

About Duke University Hospital

 

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Duke Nursing Highlights:

 

• Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
• Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
• Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
• Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses
• Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

 

Nurse Manager, Operations - Duke University Hospital – Labor & Delivery, Durham NC 27704

 

Duke University Health System- Duke University Hospital seeks to hire a Clinical Nurse Manager who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.

 

Job Summary: The Nurse Manager, Labor & Delivery Unit, will be responsible for operations and quality and safety initiatives in the unit.  He/She will share clinical oversight of approximately 130 FTE's in a high-functioning unit with strong clinical outcomes/metrics.  The position reports to our Clinical Operations Director.

 

Work Hours and Shift:  M-F, 24/7 accountability

 

Preferred Qualifications: 3 years of experience managing in Women's Services. Prefer applicants with labor & delivery experience.

 

Department Profile: The Birthing Center at Duke University Hospital provides a personalized birth experience in a safe, comfortable environment. We deliver more than 4,000 babies each year and work closely to make sure patients have the birthing experience of their choice. Being recognized as the #1 Maternity Care Center in North Carolina by U.S. News & World Report, The Duke Birthing Center at Duke University Hospital is active in delivering exemplary care for each patient to ensure an excellent patient experience, every time.

 

Our unit is comprised of 10 triage rooms, 3 operating room suites, 20 labor-beds and a 15 bed antepartum unit This unit delivers an average of 400 patients each month. 

 

Level 4 facility caring for high risk obstetrical patients

24/7 in house OB, neonatal, and anesthesia provider coverage.

Focus on serving our community and partnering with our families to create a safe and respectful birth environment.

High tech maternity care provided in a unit with lots of tenure and a close knit family environment.

A large multidisciplinary team in a shared governance environment, with a passion for family centered care.

 

Position Description: Manage and supervise functions of assigned patient care area on a 24-hour basis; ensure effective delivery of clinical patient care and compliance with administrative and clinical policies and procedures.

 

Work Performed: Participate in the development of the clinical areas' strategic and operational plans Actively support and promote a professional practice model that encourages staff participation in the development of clinical standards that is collaborative, collegial and utilizes current trends and data in professional practice (clinical and administrative). Openly support and consistently communicate mission of the unit/department and the organization. Serve as the collective voice for unit(s) staff to communicate with administration. Serve as the staff and patient advocate to ensure optimal patient care. Interface with patients and families to ensure that care is consistent with their expectations.

 

Ensure active use of the nursing process