Job Description

Director of Labor and Delivery, Women’s Services - Hickory, NC
Onsite
No visa sponsorship
Salary: $100k to $137k
10k sign-on bonus
5k relocation assistance
Benefits:

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• 401(K) retirement plan with company contributions

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

• Prescription Assistance via OptumRx

• Family income protection programs including life insurance, short/long-term disability, and identity theft protection

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering emotional, legal, financial, and daily life support

• Free travel and entertainment discounts to help you enjoy your time away from work

Our client, a leading healthcare system, is actively seeking a Director of Labor and Delivery and Women’s Services. This key leadership role oversees the Labor and Delivery Unit, Postpartum, and Nursery/NICU Units. Reporting directly to the Chief Nursing Officer, the Director is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, and effective nursing care, managing clinical competency, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 24/7 leadership and oversight of unit operations, including Labor and Delivery, Postpartum, and Nursery/NICU Units

• Develop and implement strategic and operational goals that align with organizational objectives

• Manage staff recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and ongoing professional development

• Ensure nursing practices comply with regulatory standards, integrating evidence-based practices to enhance patient care

• Oversee budgeting and financial management to ensure operational efficiency

• Maintain high standards of patient safety, care quality, and professionalism

Qualifications:

• Active RN license in North Carolina

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred); Master’s Degree highly preferred

• Minimum 5 years of RN experience, including at least 2 years in a management or leadership role

• Required certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Provider)

The Director of Women’s Services will play a vital role in mentoring nursing staff, leading quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring excellence in patient care across the units under their oversight. This role requires a strong hospital operational background, leadership skills, and the ability to work under pressure while promoting a culture of safety and patient-centered care.

This opportunity offers an exciting career path for a seasoned nursing leader passionate about making a difference in women’s health and newborn care.

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