Director of Labor & Delivery (Direct Hire) - Grand Junction, CO

Director of Labor & Delivery (Direct Hire)

Location:

Grand Junction, CO Area (81505) Schedule Full-Time Exempt Leadership Position Position remains open until April 30, 2026, or until filled Compensation $126,880 - $145,912 annually ($61.00 - $70.15/hour equivalent based on experience and education)

Additional Compensation May Include:

Sign-On Bonus Relocation Assistance Employer-Provided Housing Additional Discretionary Incentives (based on qualifications and organizational needs) Position Overview A leading healthcare organization is seeking a dynamic and experienced nursing leader to serve as the Director of Labor & Delivery . This role provides strategic and operational oversight for the Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) unit, ensuring the delivery of safe, compassionate, and high-quality care for mothers, newborns, and families. The Director will be responsible for driving clinical excellence, staff development, regulatory compliance, and continuous quality improvement initiatives. This role works in close collaboration with physicians, midwives, neonatal teams, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary departments to support optimal patient outcomes and an exceptional experience for both patients and staff. Key Responsibilities Department Leadership & Operations Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Labor & Delivery service line Ensure safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered maternal and newborn care Drive departmental goals, workflow optimization, and operational excellence Staff Leadership & Development Recruit, mentor, and retain high-performing clinical and nursing teams Foster a collaborative, accountable, and supportive team culture Lead education, coaching, and professional development initiatives Quality & Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with organizational policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, outcomes, and satisfaction Monitor performance metrics and implement continuous improvement strategies Interdisciplinary Collaboration Collaborate with physicians, midwives, neonatal specialists, and hospital leadership Participate in care coordination and interdisciplinary planning Strengthen communication across all clinical departments Financial & Resource Management Oversee staffing models, scheduling, and workforce allocation Manage departmental budgets and operational efficiency Support strategic planning and service line growth initiatives Required Qualifications Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field required Experience Minimum 10 years of Labor & Delivery clinical experience required Minimum 5 years of progressive healthcare leadership or management experience required Licensure & Certifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Colorado or eligibility to obtain Current BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications required Additional maternal or neonatal certifications preferred For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169. About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.