Director, Child Birth Center (BSN Required)

Director, Child Birth Center (BSN Required)

Job Category: Nursing & Nurse Management

Location: Derby, CT, USA

Position Summary: The Nursing Director of the Child Birth Center is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and strategic direction of the Labor & Delivery, OR/PACU, Postpartum, and Well-Baby Nursery units. The Nursing Director provides compassionate, hands-on leadership ensuring exceptional, person-centered care for mothers, newborns, and families. Guided by Planetree principles, this role fosters a healing environment that prioritizes dignity, respect, family involvement, and holistic care.

The Director works in close partnership with the Chief of Obstetrics to support a collaborative, high-functioning care team and to ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe, patient-centered care for mothers, newborns, and families while maintaining regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and staff engagement.

Department Overview:

• 5-bed Labor, Delivery, and Recovery (LDR) unit
• 2 Labor & Delivery Operating Rooms with PACU capabilities
• 13-bed Postpartum / Well-Baby Nursery

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide visible, supportive leadership with a strong presence in the department
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centered maternity and newborn care aligned with Planetree principles
• Collaborate closely with the Chief of Obstetrics to align clinical standards, protocols, and patient care goals
• Promote a culture of respect, shared decision-making, and family involvement in the birthing experience
• Oversee daily operations, staffing, and patient flow across LDR, OR/PACU, postpartum, and nursery
• Recruit, develop, and retain nursing and support staff; oversee performance management and professional development
• Ensure staff competency in obstetric, neonatal, and surgical care, including emergency response (e.g., C-sections, neonatal resuscitation)
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements
• Lead quality and safety initiatives focused on maternal and neonatal outcomes
• Engage patients and families in care design, feedback, and continuous improvement efforts
• Manage departmental budget, including labor, supplies, and capital planning
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams, including nursing, providers, anesthesia, pediatrics, and support services to ensure coordinated care

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's degree (MSN, MHA, or related field) preferred
• Current RN license in good standing
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in Labor & Delivery, Women's Health, or Maternal-Child Nursing, preferably in a community hospital setting
• Demonstrated ability to lead with empathy, collaboration, and accountability
• Strong understanding of person-centered care models and patient experience principles

Certifications (preferred/required):

• BLS, ACLS, and NRP required
• RNC-OB or related certification preferred

Key Competencies:

• Commitment to person-centered, compassionate care
• Collaborative leadership and physician partnership
• Staff engagement and team development
• Operational oversight in a resource-conscious environment
• Quality improvement and patient safety

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