RN Director Women’s and Children's Health

Job Description

Director of Nursing – Women’s and Children's Health

Beckley, WV

Base Salary Range - $115,000 - $135,000 per year plus benefits + Relocation

The Director of Nursing – Women’s and Children's Health provides strategic and operational leadership for all aspects of the Women’s and Children’s Department. This role directs departmental activities, manages resources, and ensures the highest-quality patient-centered care for women, infants, and pediatric populations. The Director is responsible for aligning departmental goals with organizational objectives, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth.

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement departmental goals, plans, and standards that meet the clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements of the organization.
• Operational Oversight: Direct and evaluate Women’s & Children’s Services, including labor & delivery, postpartum, nursery, NICU, and pediatric care. Ensure optimal patient outcomes, satisfaction, and quality performance.
• Staff & Development: Oversee hiring, orientation, evaluations, corrective actions, and continuing education. Cultivate a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and staff engagement.
• Financial Management: Prepare, monitor, and evaluate departmental budgets, ensuring compliance with allocated funding. Lead and support internal and external audits.
• Quality & Safety: Integrate evidence-based nursing practices into protocols and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations (HIPAA, Joint Commission, and other accrediting bodies).
• Collaboration: Partner with physicians, advanced practice providers, and hospital leadership to enhance care coordination, patient experience, and service delivery.
• Other Duties: Maintain regular and reliable attendance and perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Recruits, mentors, and develops perioperative nursing staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability.
• Oversees ongoing staff education, competency, and adherence to clinical and patient safety standards.