OB Director (RN) – Labor & Delivery
About The Position
The OB Director (RN) provides clinical and operational leadership for Obstetrics and Labor & Delivery services in Hancock, Michigan. This senior-level role oversees daily obstetric nursing operations, supports Labor & Delivery staff, and collaborates with physicians, nursing leadership, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care for mothers and newborns. The role combines hands-on Labor & Delivery experience, strong clinical judgment, and healthcare team leadership. The OB Director helps maintain patient safety, supports quality improvement initiatives, and fosters a collaborative environment focused on maternal and neonatal health. Responsibilities also include guiding nursing teams and supporting clinical operations and staff development.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program.
- Current, active Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Demonstrated professional Labor & Delivery nursing experience.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
- AWHONN Electronic Fetal Monitoring (AWHONN-EFM) certification or applicable course completion.
- AWHONN Perinatal Orientation and Education Program (AWHONN-POEP) completion.
- S.T.A.B.L.E. Program certification or applicable course completion.
- Strong understanding of obstetric nursing, maternal-fetal monitoring, neonatal care, and patient safety principles.
- Ability to coordinate clinical operations and collaborate effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Strong communication, organizational, and clinical decision-making skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Minimum 4 years of professional Labor & Delivery nursing experience.
- Minimum 2 years of healthcare leadership or management experience.
- Previous experience as an OB Nurse Manager, Labor & Delivery Manager, or Women's Services Nursing Leader.
- Experience overseeing obstetric nursing workflows, staff scheduling, and departmental performance.
- Strong knowledge of maternal and neonatal quality improvement initiatives.
- Experience supporting nursing staff development, clinical education, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Demonstrated ability to manage clinical challenges and maintain high standards of maternal and newborn care.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily obstetric nursing operations and support Labor & Delivery staff.
- Coordinate clinical operations and collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Help maintain patient safety and support quality improvement initiatives.
- Guide and develop nursing teams and foster a collaborative environment focused on maternal and neonatal health.
- Support evidence-based obstetric practices and improvements in departmental performance and patient outcomes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
