Nurse Director Of Maternal Child Health

Overview

• Lead and oversee maternal child health services in a high-acuity healthcare environment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care and satisfaction.
• Provide strategic direction for nursing operations within the maternal child health department.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies.
• Manage resources effectively to achieve fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of excellence and innovation in patient care practices.
• Support professional development and training initiatives for nursing staff.
• Contribute to the hospital's mission and vision through leadership and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance maternal child health services.
• Monitor and evaluate patient care outcomes to ensure quality standards are met.
• Collaborate with physicians and other departments to address patient and family needs.
• Ensure adherence to clinical protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Manage departmental budgets and allocate resources effectively.
• Lead initiatives for staff training, development, and performance improvement.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment for patients and staff.
• Participate in hospital-wide committees and initiatives to advance healthcare services.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required; advanced degree preferred.
• Active RN license in the state of practice or compact license.
• Minimum of 3 years of recent management experience in a large hospital.
• Preferred 5 years of experience in women’s services in high-acuity settings.
• Experience managing departments with over 3500 births annually.
• Certification in a relevant specialty is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to maintain BCLS certification as required.