Nurse Director Labor & Delivery

Seattle, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 21 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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.

Ready to Shape the Future of Healthcare

If you are a visionary healthcare leader with a passion for clinical excellence operational performance and team development we invite you to apply. Join us in advancing exceptional care for mothers babies and familiesand in building a stronger future for our communities.

About the hospital:

The hospital campus approx. 700 bed general medical and surgical hospital and a major hub for specialized care including a Level 4 NICU.

It leads Washington stateand all hospitals north of central California in birth volume.

Department Highlights

500-550 births/month including deliveries from 2223 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

Benefits - Full

Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for ideal candidate

Email Alyx with a resume and the following answers:

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

Alyx Barnett Manager NOOR

Benefits information

Benefits include medical dental vision retirement and PTO

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role which may include standing for extended periods bending reaching and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.

Required Experience:

Director