Director Perinatal Services

Silver Cross Hospital•New Lenox, IL

1d•$47 - $60

About The Position

Silver Cross Hospital is an extraordinary place to work. We’re known for our culture of excellence and delivery of unrivaled experiences for our patients, their families, the communities we serve…and for each other. Come join us! It’s the way you want to be treated. Position Summary: Position Summary: The Director of Perinatal Services provides strategic, clinical, and 24/7 operational leadership for the perinatal service line, including Labor & Delivery, Mother-Baby/Postpartum, and Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This role ensures the delivery of high quality, family-centered, evidence-based care across the continuum of perinatal services while promoting patient safety, regulatory compliance, staff engagement and fiscal stewardship.

Requirements

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois
Master’s degree in nursing or health administration required
Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience required

Nice To Haves

National Nursing Certification in Specialty or Nursing leadership preferred

Responsibilities

Clinical & Operational Leadership Provide oversight and direction for Labor & Delivery, Mother-Nany and Level III NICU units
Ensure the delivery of safe, evidence-based, patient and family-centered care that is aligned with professional standards and organizational goals
Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
Lead interdisciplinary collaboration with physicians, advanced practice providers, and ancillary departments
Quality, Safety & Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accrediting bodies as well as local, state and federal government
Oversee quality improvement initiatives, perinatal safety programs and outcome measures, including maternal, neonatal and patient experience metrics
Lead perinatal performance improvement activities including perinatal morbidity and mortality reviews and root cause analyses
Develop policies, procedures, and nursing standards to ensure patient and family care needs are assessed, met and evaluated
Strategic Planning & Program Development Develop and implement strategic plans for perinatal services aligned with organizational priorities
Identifies opportunities for service growth, innovation, and program development within perinatal and neonatal care
Analyze data and trends to drive decision-making and improve outcomes
Financial & Resource Management Develop, manage and monitor operating and capital budgets for perinatal services
Ensure efficient use of resources while maintaining high standards of care
Participate in developing staffing models, productivity management and cost containment initiatives
Leadership & Talent Development Serve as a role model for professional behavior, demonstrating leadership ability by fostering commitment and inspiring trust with staff, physicians and professional colleagues within the organization
Recruit, develop, and retain a highly skilled, engaged nursing and leadership team
Provide coaching, mentoring and performance management for managers and frontline leaders
Foster professional development, shared governance and staff engagement initiatives
Promote a culture of inclusion, collaboration and professional excellence through fostering positive employee attitudes, effective communication, collaboration and creativity
Patient & Family Experience Champion patient and family centered care practices across all perinatal units
Leverages feedback mechanisms to benchmark performance and identify opportunities to improve customer and patient satisfaction.
Develop and implement strategies to elevate patient experience
Support education and resources for families throughout the perinatal journey