Charge RN Labor & Delivery
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Omaha, NE, 68130-2318
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 36.94-53.56 HOUR
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Our nurses are overflowing with humankindness, and always looking for ways to share their compassion. If you'd like to be part of a team where a smile, a pat on the back, and an encouraging word to our coworkers are part of every day, we'd love to talk to you.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as leader and teammate
- Ensure your direct reports and department are positioned to deliver the best care possible to our patients
- Maintain a high level of engagement with the floor- visibly connecting with nurses, patients, and families
- Attend meetings with leadership to learn about new initiatives, areas for improvement, etc. and share that information with your team
- Monitor productivity and efficiency of your department
- Mentor people on your team.
- Share your knowledge and confidence with assistant nurse managers, charge nurses, and others
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Job Requirements
What You’ll Need
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license that allows you to practice in our state
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required upon hire
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, and more! CHI Health Hospitals' nursing teams cultivate a supportive environment where we operate as a compassionate care-giving team. Join us and together we’ll create healthier, stronger communities!
Where You'll WorkCHI Health Lakeside is West Omaha's only full-service hospital. We believe that patient-focused care heals the body, mind, and spirit of every person. Our campus is designed for patients and sets the tone for a comfortable, less stressful hospital stay. As one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in the world, we provide a full range of services including: maternity, cancer and surgery care as well as diagnostics and emergency services.
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Frequently asked questions
Charge RNs in Labor & Delivery must balance leadership and teamwork, ensuring smooth communication among nurses and staff. They prioritize patient care while mentoring others, especially during emergencies, fostering a calm, efficient environment for both patients and colleagues.
This role offers growth into advanced leadership positions like Nurse Manager or Clinical Director. Experience in overseeing labor and delivery units opens pathways to specialized certifications, healthcare administration, or education roles, enhancing both clinical and managerial expertise.
A valid Nebraska RN license is essential, alongside BLS certification from the American Heart Association. While not always mandatory, additional credentials like ACLS or NRP can boost a candidate’s competitiveness given Omaha’s healthcare standards and patient care demands.
Omaha’s healthcare market is moderately competitive, with increasing demand for skilled labor and delivery nurses. Leadership roles like Charge RN attract candidates with robust clinical experience and proven team management capabilities, making credentials and local networking vital.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes compassionate care culture and provides comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement matching, and adoption assistance. Their focus on teamwork and employee well-being distinguishes them within Omaha’s competitive healthcare environment.
CHI Health Lakeside fosters a patient-centered, technologically advanced setting with a strong emphasis on visible leadership and staff engagement. This cultivates a supportive atmosphere where compassion and innovation are integral to daily nursing practice.
In Omaha, Charge RNs in Labor & Delivery typically earn between $85,000 and $95,000 annually, slightly below the national average due to the lower cost of living. However, attractive benefits and local demand help balance total compensation packages.
Beyond bedside nursing, responsibilities include coordinating staff schedules, mentoring junior nurses, monitoring unit efficiency, and liaising with hospital leadership to implement quality improvements, ensuring the unit functions optimally under variable workloads.
Unlike typical bedside nurses, Charge RNs take on leadership duties such as managing team assignments, addressing workflow challenges, and representing the nursing staff in administrative meetings, blending hands-on care with supervisory tasks.
Charge RNs at CHI Health Lakeside navigate balancing high patient acuity with mentoring responsibilities and adapting to new healthcare initiatives. Their role demands resilience and proactive communication to maintain unit morale and consistent care quality.