Inpatient Charge Nurse, Mother/Baby Antepartum

Inpatient Charge Nurse - Mother Baby / Antepartum

Step into a leadership role where clinical expertise and compassionate care converge to shape the experience of mothers, newborns, and families across critical moments of care. This is your opportunity to lead within a highly specialized environment at a nationally recognized academic health system known for excellence in women's and children's services.

In this role, you will serve as both a clinical leader and a trusted resource within the Mother Baby and Antepartum units, guiding care delivery, supporting nursing staff, and ensuring exceptional patient outcomes. This position blends hands-on patient care with operational leadership in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting.

The Role:

As an Inpatient Charge Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating unit operations, supporting frontline staff, and ensuring seamless, patient-centered care delivery for both mothers and infants. You will balance clinical responsibilities with leadership duties, fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability.

This role demands strong clinical judgment, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a commitment to fostering a supportive and high-performing team environment.

On a typical day, you will:

• Lead and coordinate patient care activities across Mother Baby and Antepartum populations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for nursing staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams

• Provide real-time clinical guidance and escalation support in complex patient scenarios

• Assign patient care based on acuity, staff skill mix, and evolving unit needs

• Support admissions, discharges, and patient flow to optimize throughput and patient experience

• Mentor and coach nursing staff, reinforcing best practices and evidence-based care

• Collaborate closely with neonatal and pediatric teams, especially in high-risk maternal or newborn cases

• Maintain a visible presence on the unit, ensuring quality, safety, and patient satisfaction standards are upheld

Why UVA Health:

At UVA Health, you will practice within a Magnet-recognized academic medical center that is deeply committed to nursing excellence, innovation, and professional growth. This role is especially impactful given UVA Health's nationally recognized pediatric and maternal care programs.

UVA Health offers:

• Practice at a nationally acclaimed academic health system and Level 1 Trauma Center, where advanced care and research intersect

• Recognition as the #1 Children's Hospital in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting excellence in pediatric outcomes and specialties

• Access to comprehensive pediatric and neonatal services, including:

  • 60-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

  • 25-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

  • 38-bed acute/intermediate pediatric unit

• A Magnet-designated nursing culture that prioritizes shared governance, professional autonomy, and evidence-based practice

• Opportunities to grow through a Clinical Career Ladder and leadership pathways, supporting long-term career advancement

• A collaborative, interdisciplinary environment where nurses are key decision-makers in patient care delivery

• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

This is more than a leadership role. It is a chance to influence the future of maternal and pediatric care within an organization that invests deeply in its people and its mission.

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville:

Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life that perfectly complements a demanding and rewarding healthcare career. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area is known for its stunning natural beauty, vibrant arts and culture scene, and strong sense of community. Healthcare professionals enjoy a balanced lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation, award-winning wineries, locally acclaimed restaurants, and a family-friendly environment. With a lower cost of living compared to many metropolitan areas and a welcoming, intellectually rich atmosphere anchored by the University of Virginia, Charlottesville is an ideal place to live, work, and grow.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's of Science in Nursing or currently enrolled in an accredited nursing BSN/MSN program that will be completed within 5 years of hire.

Experience: RN Clinician 2 or higher who has been employed on the unit for 6 months or has had previous Charge Nurse experience from another unit/organization.

Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings

• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Certification and education support

• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.