Job Description
Nurse Director – Maternal Child Health (Hospital Setting)
📍 San Jose, CA
🕒 Full-Time | Onsite
About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced and visionary Nurse Director for Maternal Child Health to lead excellence across Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and related maternal care units . This pivotal leadership role oversees clinical and operational performance in a 24/7 acute care environment , ensuring patient safety, quality outcomes, and caregiver engagement remain top priorities.
As a key member of the nursing leadership team, the Nurse Director will champion innovation, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement to advance the standard of maternal and neonatal care.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
- Direct Maternal Child Health units to deliver safe, high-quality, and compassionate care.
- Develop and implement operational and clinical strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Oversee budgets, staffing, and resource utilization to ensure optimal efficiency.
- Ensure 24/7 readiness, clinical continuity, and compliance with best practices.
Clinical & Compliance Oversight
- Ensure adherence to nursing practice standards and all regulatory requirements.
- Lead quality improvement, patient safety, and accreditation readiness initiatives.
- Conduct clinical audits, surveys, and performance evaluations to drive compliance.
- Foster collaboration across multidisciplinary care teams for seamless care delivery.
People Management & Development
- Recruit, mentor, and empower nursing professionals to achieve excellence.
- Promote staff engagement, accountability, and growth through education and coaching.
- Implement performance management, workforce planning, and succession strategies.
Strategic Innovation
- Lead cross-functional process improvement initiatives.
- Apply data-driven insights to enhance operational outcomes.
- Promote a culture of innovation, safety, and continuous learning.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) License – California
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – Required
- Master’s Degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field
- 7+ years of patient care experience
- 2+ years of experience managing operational or project budgets
- 2+ years in a leadership role with direct reports
Preferred
- Nurse Executive Certification (NE-BC or NEA-BC)
- Leadership experience in Maternal Child Health or Labor & Delivery
- Proven success with quality improvement and performance excellence initiatives
Key Competencies
- Patient Safety & Evidence-Based Nursing
- Emergency Preparedness & Clinical Governance
- Change Management & Strategic Planning
- Healthcare Compliance & Regulatory Readiness
- Financial & Resource Management
- Staff Training & Leadership Development
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Why This Role
This position offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing team committed to excellence in maternal and neonatal care. You’ll play a vital role in shaping quality outcomes, driving innovation, and fostering a culture of compassion and accountability—while advancing your own leadership journey in an environment that values collaboration and clinical excellence.
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