Nurse Director Labor Delivery and Neonatal Services

Lead life’s first moments and elevate perinatal excellence as the Nurse Director Labor Delivery and NICU in southern New York State—an inspiring leadership role where clinical impact meets career-defining growth .

The Nurse Director Obstetrics will join a mission-driven, patient-first healthcare organization known for measurable outcomes, low infection rates, high patient experience scores, and strong brand trust, where award-winning culture, shared governance, evidence-based practice, advanced clinical decision support, and innovation-forward leadership empower nursing leaders to achieve best-in-class results and accelerate professional growth.

As a pivotal leader within Obstetric Services spanning labor and delivery, mother-baby, neonatal care, and NICU, the Nurse Director Labor Delivery and NICU will guide a modern birthing center anchored in a 240+ bed acute care hospital, featuring 23 private maternity suites, 10 NICU isolettes, and Level II NICU services that support families through high-acuity deliveries and specialized neonatal care.
The Nurse Director Birthing Services will report to a seasoned Chief Nursing Officer/VP of Patient Care Services and be supported by experienced Assistant Nurse Managers, clinical educators, lactation consultants, and perinatal quality specialists, leading friendly nurses and a diverse, interdisciplinary team that includes obstetricians, maternal-fetal medicine, anesthesiology, neonatology, pediatrics, pharmacy, respiratory therapy, social work, and case management to drive staffing excellence, fiscal stewardship, zero-harm safety, perinatal quality bundles, patient experience, and continuous improvement across Labor & Delivery, Mother-Baby, and the NICU.

The Nurse Director Maternity Care will love southern New York State for its Hudson Valley charm and four-season lifestyle—hiking, climbing, and kayaking with quick access to the Catskills and picturesque riverfront trails; vibrant arts, concerts, makers’ markets, and farm-to-table cuisine; family-friendly neighborhoods with strong schools, nearby universities, and plentiful parks; a thriving job market, diverse communities, and a cost of living that stretches further than major metros; commuter rail and highway access for easy trips to New York City and regional airports; walkable towns, bike paths, boutique shopping, and fitness options; broadband connectivity, clean air, and abundant green space; an inclusive social fabric, active community events and festivals, pet-friendly amenities, and housing choices from historic architecture to modern builds—offering the Nurse Director Labor Delivery and NICU an ideal balance of privacy, convenience, and proximity to nature.

The Nurse Director Maternity Care will be supported by competitive compensation with potential incentives, comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision), retirement plans with employer contributions, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, tuition assistance and certification pay, CEU support and conference funding, well-being resources, and relocation support; spark the next chapter by connecting with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter today to explore how the Nurse Director Labor Delivery and NICU opportunity can elevate your leadership journey and impact for mothers, babies, and families.