Homeland

Nurse Manager - Labor & Delivery (LDRP)
Healthcare
Knoxville, Tennessee Direct Hire Nov 9, 2026
Job Summary
Homeland Talent Solutions is partnering with a leading, nationally recognized healthcare organization in Knoxville, Tennessee, to identify an experienced Nurse Manager – Labor & Delivery to lead its Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) unit.

The Nurse Manager will provide hands-on clinical and operational leadership within an established medical center known for its commitment to high-quality patient care. Reporting directly to the Chief Nursing Officer, this role will oversee departmental operations, strengthen team performance, and drive improvements in patient outcomes, staff engagement, and overall unit effectiveness.

The Nurse Manager is an excellent opportunity for a transformational nursing leader with strong Labor & Delivery experience, proven people-management capabilities, and the ability to build collaborative relationships with physicians and multidisciplinary teams. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care while shaping the future of a dedicated nursing team.

Responsibilities
  • Provide 24-hour accountability for nursing operations, clinical quality, staffing, and departmental performance within the Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) unit
  • Lead, mentor, develop, and evaluate nursing personnel while promoting accountability, employee engagement, and staff retention
  • Oversee staffing plans, resource allocation, and departmental budgets to support effective unit operations
  • Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and ancillary departments to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care
  • Establish departmental goals aligned with organizational objectives, quality standards, and patient safety initiatives
  • Drive evidence-based nursing practices, performance improvement initiatives, and regulatory compliance
  • Maintain accurate operational reporting, clinical documentation standards, and departmental performance metrics
  • Foster a collaborative and supportive team culture focused on professional development, accountability, and continuous improvement

Requirements
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program
  • Active Tennessee Registered Nurse (RN) license, or ability to obtain appropriate licensure prior to employment
  • Minimum of three years of recent clinical nursing experience
  • Demonstrated nursing leadership experience at the Assistant Nurse Manager level or above
  • Strong clinical knowledge of Labor & Delivery, maternal health, and postpartum nursing
  • Proven ability to manage staff, coordinate clinical operations, and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) or a related field; required within three years of assuming the position if not already obtained
  • Two or more years of nursing leadership or management experience, preferred
  • Previous Nurse Manager or Assistant Nurse Manager experience within Labor & Delivery, Women's Services, or an LDRP environment, preferred
  • Experience working within a large, high-volume obstetrics or maternity center, preferred
  • Demonstrated success in transformational leadership, staff development, and departmental performance improvement, preferred

Benefits
This role offers a full-time leadership opportunity at an established regional medical center in Knoxville, Tennessee, with relocation assistance available for qualified candidates. It is an excellent opportunity to advance your nursing leadership career while making a meaningful impact on patient care, team development, and Labor & Delivery operations.

Summary
If you're ready to lead, inspire, and help advance exceptional maternal care, we encourage you to apply today!

EEO Notice
Homeland LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Homeland LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Homeland LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.