Nursing Director - Mother-Baby and NICU

This position provides clinical and operational oversight of Mother-Baby and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) services, ensuring high-quality patient care, effective staffing, regulatory compliance, and nursing excellence. The Nursing Director will work closely with the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to oversee daily nursing operations, support clinical staff development, and maintain 24/7 accountability for assigned departments.

Nursing Director – Mother-Baby and NICU

Location: El Paso, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Schedule: Day Shift | 24/7 On-Call Availability Required
Salary: $95,000–$145,000 annually
Additional Compensation: Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) Bonus
Relocation Assistance: Available Based on Location and Distance
Facility Operations: 24/7 Healthcare Facility

Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Nursing Director – Mother-Baby and NICU for a leadership opportunity in El Paso, TX. This position provides clinical and operational oversight of Mother-Baby and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) services, ensuring high-quality patient care, effective staffing, regulatory compliance, and nursing excellence.

The Nursing Director will work closely with the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to oversee daily nursing operations, support clinical staff development, and maintain 24/7 accountability for assigned departments.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on nursing leader with at least 2 years of hospital management experience, current or very recent bedside nursing experience, and a strong background in Labor and Delivery (L&D). This individual must be comfortable providing direct patient care and assisting clinical teams when needed.

Key Responsibilities

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  Provide clinical and operational leadership for Mother-Baby and NICU departments.
  
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  Maintain 24/7 accountability for patient care, staffing, quality outcomes, and departmental operations.
  
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  Collaborate with the Chief Nursing Officer to develop, implement, and evaluate nursing policies, procedures, and standards of care.
  
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  Oversee daily nursing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
  
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  Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and resource allocation to meet patient care needs.
  
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  Assess nursing staff competency and support ongoing professional development and training.
  
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  Provide hands-on bedside nursing support, including assistance with Labor and Delivery, when necessary.
  
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  Monitor patient care quality, clinical performance, and adherence to established nursing standards.
  
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  Promote compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and patient safety protocols.
  
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  Support performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
  
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  Foster a collaborative, patient-centered environment across nursing and interdisciplinary teams.
  
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  Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to nursing staff.
  
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  Address staffing concerns, operational challenges, and patient care issues in a timely manner.
  
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  Serve as a clinical resource and role model for nursing teams.
  
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  Support departmental planning, operational goals, and resource management.
  
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  Maintain effective communication with hospital leadership, physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
  
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  Participate in leadership meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and departmental evaluations.
  
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  Perform additional nursing leadership responsibilities as assigned.
  

Required Qualifications

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  Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
  
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  Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
  
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  Minimum 2 years of hospital management or nursing leadership experience.
  
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    Experience may include Nurse Manager, full-time Charge Nurse, or a comparable hospital leadership position.
    
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    A formal management title is not required if the candidate has demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
    
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  Current or very recent bedside nursing experience required.
  
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    Candidates must currently provide direct patient care or have done so very recently.
    
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    Candidates who have worked exclusively in administrative roles for several years without recent bedside experience will not meet this requirement.
    
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  Labor and Delivery (L&D) nursing experience required.
  
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    Must be clinically capable of assisting with Labor and Delivery patient care when needed.
    
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  Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) certification required.
  
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  Strong understanding of hospital nursing operations, patient care standards, and clinical leadership.
  
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  Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor, and support nursing teams.
  
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  Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  
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  Ability to make sound clinical and operational decisions in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
  
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  Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and team leadership abilities.
  
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  Ability to maintain 24/7 on-call availability for departmental needs.
  
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  Additional licenses or certifications as required by applicable regulations or facility policies.
  

Preferred Qualifications

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  Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
  
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  Previous nursing leadership experience in Mother-Baby, NICU, Labor and Delivery, or Women's Services.
  
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  Experience overseeing multiple nursing departments or clinical service lines.
  
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  Knowledge of healthcare quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and patient safety initiatives.
  
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  Experience supporting nursing staff development, performance management, and operational improvement.
  

Work Environment & Schedule

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  Full-time leadership position based onsite in El Paso, TX.
  
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  Day shift with 24/7 on-call availability for departmental operations and patient care needs.
  
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  Healthcare facility operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
  
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  The facility averages approximately 30 deliveries per month.
  
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  Must be comfortable providing direct clinical support when needed.
  
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  Relocation assistance may be available depending on the candidate's current location and distance.
  

Compensation & Benefits

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  Annual Salary: $95,000–$145,000, based on experience and qualifications.
  
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  Annual Incentive Plan (AIP): Bonus opportunity.
  
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  Relocation Assistance: Available based on location and distance.
  
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  Opportunity to lead essential maternal and neonatal nursing services.
  
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  Professional growth and nursing leadership development opportunities.
  

Why Work With Wheeler Staffing Partners?

At Wheeler Staffing Partners, we connect experienced healthcare professionals with rewarding career opportunities that align with their expertise and professional goals. Our recruiting team provides personalized support, transparent communication, and guidance throughout the hiring process.

We specialize in connecting talented nursing leaders with opportunities where they can make a meaningful impact on patient care, clinical teams, and healthcare operations.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are an experienced nursing leader with a strong background in Labor and Delivery, recent bedside nursing experience, and hospital leadership, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today with Wheeler Staffing Partners to learn more about this Nursing Director – Mother-Baby and NICU opportunity in El Paso, TX!

Wheeler Staffing Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.