Director of Labor & Delivery - DLDNS #007

Job Title:

Director of Labor & Delivery Location:

Grand Junction, CO Job Type:

Permanent |

Full-Time Compensation:

Annual Salary:

$126,880 - $145,912 Compensation based on education and experience

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Director of Labor & Delivery to provide strategic and operational leadership for a Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) department within a healthcare setting. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, compassionate, and high-quality maternal and newborn care through oversight of clinical operations, staff development, quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess extensive Labor & Delivery experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to patient-centered care and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

Clinical & Operational Leadership:

Provide leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for the Labor & Delivery department Ensure safe, high-quality patient care and operational efficiency Oversee staffing, scheduling, workflow coordination, and resource management Support continuous improvement of departmental operations and patient care processes Promote a culture of patient safety, accountability, and service excellence

Staff Leadership & Development:

Recruit, mentor, and develop nursing and clinical staff Foster a collaborative, supportive, and team-oriented work environment Support staff engagement, professional growth, and leadership development initiatives Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and guidance to team members

Quality & Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure compliance with hospital policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements Lead quality improvement and patient safety initiatives focused on: Maternal and newborn outcomes Patient satisfaction Clinical safety and quality metrics Monitor departmental performance indicators and operational goals Maintain readiness for regulatory and accreditation surveys

Interdisciplinary Collaboration:

Collaborate closely with physicians, midwives, neonatal teams, and hospital leadership Support coordinated maternal and newborn care initiatives across departments Participate in interdisciplinary committees, planning meetings, and leadership initiatives

Financial & Resource Management:

Manage departmental budgets, staffing models, and operational resources Monitor productivity, resource utilization, and financial performance Ensure appropriate allocation of personnel, supplies, and clinical resources

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required Master's Degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field required

Licensure & Certifications:

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Colorado required or ability to obtain Colorado licensure Current BLS Certification required Current ACLS Certification required Current NRP Certification required Additional maternal or neonatal certifications preferred

Experience:

Minimum 10 years of Labor & Delivery clinical experience required Minimum 5 years of progressive healthcare leadership or management experience required Strong knowledge of maternal/newborn clinical operations, patient safety standards, and healthcare regulations preferred

Core Competencies:

Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to lead teams within a fast-paced healthcare environment Commitment to patient-centered care, quality improvement, and staff development Strong financial, operational, and strategic planning skills For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC:

It is a 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.