Director of Labor and Delivery

Employment Type: Full-time, No Weekends
Location: Austin, TX
Salary: $125,000 - $171,000 per annum (Based on Experience) + Bonus Incentive

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Labor and Delivery to lead our team in providing high-quality, patient-centered care. As the Director, you will oversee the overall function and staffing of the Labor and Delivery unit(s)/department(s), ensuring adherence to standards of care and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight of the Labor and Delivery unit(s)/department(s) function and staffing.
• Implement evidence-based practices to advance patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Manage variation in clinical practice to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and cost.
• Stay abreast of internal/external benchmarks, accreditations, and legal regulations.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Ensure efficient patient throughput and delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Develop care coordination policies and procedures to promote improved quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Foster interdisciplinary communication and collaboration within and across departments.
• Direct nursing practice and unit operations to meet patient and family needs.
• Provide leadership in attaining and sustaining an unparalleled patient experience.
• Instill accountability for providing consistent, positive patient interactions.
• Leverage feedback mechanisms to benchmark performance and improve patient satisfaction.
• Foster a culture that inspires commitment to the organization's vision, mission, and values.
• Collaborate with administrative team and physicians to enhance existing services or develop new offerings.
• Participate in the annual budget process and monitor department budget performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education plan required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state(s) of practice.
• BLS certification required; ACLS, NRP, FHM, RNC-OB preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of healthcare experience in an acute care setting.
• Minimum 3 years of recent leadership experience in an acute care setting.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of mothers and newborns. We offer competitive compensation and a supportive work environment where you can grow your career.