Travel Nurse RN - Labor & Delivery in Grand Junction, CO

Position Summary The Director of Labor & Delivery provides strategic and operational leadership for the Labor & Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum departments, ensuring high-quality, safe, and compassionate care for mothers, newborns, and families. The Director collaborates closely with physicians, midwives, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure exceptional patient outcomes and a strong patient and staff experience.

Director of Labor & Delivery – Full Time
Grand Junction, Colorado
$126,880 – $145,912 annually (based on education and experience)

Additional compensation, which may include a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and employer-provided housing, may be available and will be determined at the employer’s discretion based on candidate qualifications and organizational needs.

Position Summary

The Director of Labor & Delivery provides strategic and operational leadership for the Labor & Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum departments, ensuring high-quality, safe, and compassionate care for mothers, newborns, and families. This role is responsible for overseeing clinical operations, staff development, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement initiatives.

The Director collaborates closely with physicians, midwives, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure exceptional patient outcomes and a strong patient and staff experience.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and operational oversight for the Labor & Delivery department
• Ensure safe, high-quality patient care and positive patient outcomes
• Lead recruitment, mentorship, and professional development of nursing and clinical staff
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and hospital standards
• Monitor departmental performance and implement quality improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with physicians, midwives, neonatal teams, and hospital leadership
• Manage staffing, resources, and departmental budget effectively

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field required

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of Labor & Delivery clinical experience
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership or management experience in a healthcare setting

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Colorado or ability to obtain
• BLS, ACLS, and NRP required
• Additional maternal or neonatal certifications preferred

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