Director of L&D

Seattle, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 5 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Director of Labor & Delivery - Seattle Washington
Full time permanent onsite role.

Salary : $180000 to $250000/ year
Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for ideal candidate

The Role
Under the direction of the Executive Director of Operations and the Chief Nursing Officer the Director of Labor and Delivery will provide strategic clinical and operational leadership for the inpatient Labor and Delivery units on the campus.

This role is accountable for delivering results aligned with the Quadruple Aim and for advancing a patient-centered high-reliability care model. Working in close partnership with campus and regional leadership medical directors and shared services the Director leads the transformation of Labor and Delivery services to improve outcomes reduce unwarranted variation and strengthen care coordination across the continuum.

As the focused clinical leader for Labor and Delivery the Director ensures alignment with regional standards of care drives performance improvement strengthens physician partnerships oversees fiscal stewardship and ensures compliance with all professional regulatory and accreditation requirements.

What Youll Do

Lead Clinical Excellence: Provide overall leadership for Labor and Delivery services ensuring high-quality safe and evidence-based care.
Drive Operational Performance: Oversee staffing throughput and care delivery models to meet patient needs acuity and budgetary goals in a changing healthcare environment.
Advance the Quadruple Aim: Develop and maintain performance metrics and a balanced scorecard to improve quality affordability caregiver experience and patient experience.
Develop and Inspire Leaders: Coach and mentor managers and frontline leaders fostering a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous improvement.
Partner with Physicians: Collaborate with physician leaders to improve clinical outcomes implement best practices and enhance patient and provider satisfaction.
Ensure Fiscal Stewardship: Lead budget preparation and execution communicate financial expectations and support leaders in achieving operational and financial goals.
Champion Change and Innovation: Leverage technology data and improvement methodologies to modernize care delivery and enhance outcomes.

What Youll Bring
Education & Credentials:

Masters degree in Nursing Healthcare Administration (MHA) or Business Administration (MBA)
Bachelors degree in Nursing (if Masters is not in Nursing)
Washington State RN license (upon hire)
Nursing leadership certification within two years of hire

Experience:

At least five (5) years of progressive healthcare leadership experience preferably within a related clinical service line
Demonstrated experience leading teams managing complex operations and driving process improvement
Experience in a unionized healthcare environment

Leadership Capabilities:

Strong financial acumen including budgeting reimbursement and cost management
Data-driven decision-making and familiarity with performance analytics and benchmarking
Proven ability to lead change using Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies
Exceptional communication relationship-building and conflict-resolution skills
Servant leadership mindset with the ability to inspire and influence across a matrixed organization

Why Join Us

Make a Meaningful Impact: Lead a critical clinical service that shapes the experience and outcomes for families at one of the regions flagship campuses.
Lead with Purpose: Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to quality compassion and community.
Grow as a Leader: Work alongside experienced executive and clinical leaders who value innovation development and collaboration.
Thrive in Complexity: Engage in meaningful challenges within a dynamic evolving healthcare environment.
Live and Work in Seattle: Enjoy the professional and lifestyle advantages of a vibrant world-class city.

Department Highlights

500-550 births/month including deliveries from 22 23 weeks gestation
31 labor beds 4 OB ORs 9-bed OB ED
Comprehensive care teams: MFM Midwifery OB Family Medicine Residency Programs
Specialized services: Addiction Recovery Doulas Cultural Navigators
24/7 coverage: Anesthesia Laborists Neonatology

Team & Structure

140 direct reports include a Nurse Manager Assistant Nurse Manager RNs Surgical Techs & Health Unit Coordinators.
Supported by Perinatal CNS Educator Medical Director for Quality & Safety and Caregiver Resource team
Union environment with 24/7 Charge RNs and a newly ratified 4-year contract

Screening Questions

Do you have experience overseeing a high volume L&D unit in the acute care setting
Do you have a Masters degree

Director of Labor & Delivery - Seattle Washington Full time permanent onsite role. Salary : $180000 to $250000/ year Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for ideal candidate The Role Under the direction of the Executive Director of Operations and the Chief Nursing Officer the Director ...