Director, Child Birth Center; BSN

Position Summary

The Nursing Director of the Child Birth Center is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and strategic direction of the Labor & Delivery, OR/PACU, Postpartum, and Well-Baby Nursery units. The Nursing Director provides compassionate, hands‑on leadership ensuring exceptional, person‑centered care for mothers, newborns, and families. Guided by Planetree principles, this role fosters a healing environment that prioritizes dignity, respect, family involvement, and holistic care.

The Director works in close partnership with the Chief of Obstetrics to support a collaborative, high‑functioning care team and to ensure the delivery of high‑quality, safe, patient‑centered care for mothers, newborns, and families while maintaining regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and staff engagement.

• 5‑bed Labor, Delivery, and Recovery (LDR) unit
• 2 Labor & Delivery Operating Rooms with PACU capabilities
• 13‑bed Postpartum / Well-Baby Nursery

• Provide visible, supportive leadership with a strong presence in the department
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high‑quality, person‑centered maternity and newborn care aligned with Planetree principles
• Collaborate closely with the Chief of Obstetrics to align clinical standards, protocols, and patient care goals
• Promote a culture of respect, shared decision‑making, and family involvement in the birthing experience
• Oversee daily operations, staffing, and patient flow across LDR, OR/PACU, postpartum, and nursery
• Recruit, develop, and retain nursing and support staff; oversee performance management and professional development
• Ensure staff competency in obstetric, neonatal, and surgical care, including emergency response (e.g., C‑sections, neonatal resuscitation)
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements
• Lead quality and safety initiatives focused on maternal and neonatal outcomes
• Engage patients and families in care design, feedback, and continuous improvement efforts
• Manage departmental budget, including labor, supplies, and capital planning
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams, including nursing, providers, anesthesia, pediatrics, and support services to ensure coordinated care

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required;
  Master’s degree (MSN, MHA, or related field) preferred
• Current RN license in good standing
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in Labor & Delivery, Women’s Health, or Maternal‑Child Nursing, preferably in a community hospital setting
• Demonstrated ability to lead with empathy, collaboration, and accountability
• Strong understanding of person‑centered care models and patient experience principles

• BLS, ACLS, and NRP required
• RNC‑OB or related certification preferred

• Commitment to person‑centered, compassionate care
• Collaborative leadership and physician partnership
• Staff engagement and team development
• Operational oversight in a resource-conscious environment
• Quality improvement and patient safety