Director of Labor and Delivery, Womens Services

Director of Labor and Delivery, Womens Services

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

$ - $ (US Dollar)

Work Location:

Hickory, NC

Easy Commute from Charlotte (~1 Hour)

Hospital-Based | Onsite Leadership Role

Reports to:

Chief Nursing Officer

$101,171 $ 136,593 + $10,000 Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Support

We are hiring a Director of Labor and Delivery, Womens Services for a reputable 355-bed regional medical center located in Hickory, North Carolina just over an hours drive from Charlotte. This is a high-impact leadership role overseeing Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, Nursery, and NICU units. Candidates residing in or around the Charlotte metro area are strongly encouraged to apply, as this opportunity offers executive-level responsibility in a more personalized, community-focused healthcare setting.

• Oversee all clinical and operational aspects of L&D, Postpartum, Nursery, and NICU units
• Ensure high-quality and safe patient care through competency development, protocols, and staff leadership
• Manage budgeting, staffing, performance, and compliance across assigned units
• Provide clinical oversight and support when needed; maintain 24/7 accountability
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and performance development of nursing personnel
• Champion hospital quality standards and patient satisfaction initiatives
• Serve as a key liaison to senior leadership and interdisciplinary teams

• Current RN license in North Carolina
• Bachelors degree in Nursing or related healthcare field
• BLS certification
• Minimum 5 years of RN experience

• Masters Degree (Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or related)
• 2+ years of management or director-level experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and regulatory compliance skills
• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus (paid over 2 years)
• Relocation Support ($5,000 partial coverage)
• Employee Assistance & Family Support Programs
• Career growth in a respected regional health system

The hiring organization is a full-service, 355-bed acute care hospital serving the Hickory region and surrounding communities. With over 1,500 clinical and administrative professionals, it is a cornerstone of healthcare in the foothills of Western North Carolina, offering both high-tech and highly personalized patient care.

Scenic + affordable lifestyle with easy access to city amenities

Just 1 hour from Charlotte, making it a viable daily or weekly commute

Grow into an executive clinical leadership role with full unit autonomy

Be part of a close-knit team and a mission-driven hospital