Nurse Director, Labor & Delivery (LDRP)
Brattleboro, VT
ARMStaffing
5x8 hrs, Days

Schedule

8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM.

Job Description

The Director of Women’s & Children’s Services is responsible for the 24/7 leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight of the Labor & Delivery unit, postpartum/newborn services, and associated outpatient OB-GYN clinics. This role ensures safe, high-quality, evidence-based care consistent with AWHONN, ACOG, AAP, CMS, and regulatory standards. The Director will oversee safety programs, regulatory compliance, staffing, budgeting, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead a comprehensive perinatal safety program aligned with AIM safety bundles and AWHONN standards.
• Implement standardized clinical protocols for obstetric emergencies.
• Oversee multidisciplinary simulation drills and emergency preparedness.
• Facilitate case reviews, event analysis, and safety action plans.
• Ensure clinical practice follows current evidence and national perinatal guidelines.
• Lead development and maintenance of clinical policies and procedures.
• Partner with perinatal educators for training, competencies, and EFM education.
• Maintain compliance with CMS and state regulations.
• Ensure continuous survey readiness with audits, documentation, and policy updates.
• Provide leadership for all maternal child health operations across inpatient and outpatient areas.
• Maintain 24/7 operational responsibility for staffing, patient flow, and clinical escalations.
• Develop and manage staffing based on AWHONN guidelines and patient acuity.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, evaluations, and retention activities.
• Lead perinatal quality improvement initiatives and data reporting.
• Develop and manage operational and capital budgets.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree (MSN or MHA) preferred.
• Current RN or CNM license.
• EFM certification preferred.
• 1-3 years progressive leadership experience in maternal child health preferred.
• Experience with regulatory surveys and perinatal safety programs preferred.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

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