Director of Labor and Delivery

Wheeler Staffing Partners

Joshua Tree, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Marketing, Budget Management, Budgeting, CPR Certification, Charge Capture, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Clinical Support, Director of Nursing (DON), Energy Efficiency, Financial Operations, Healthcare, Hospital Administration, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Nursing, Nursing Management, On Call, Operations Management, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Perinatal Nursing, Quality Management, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulations, Retention Programs, Staff Development, Staff Training, Time Management, Time Tracking
LOCATION
Joshua Tree, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Director of Nursing – Labor and Delivery
Location: Joshua Tree, CA
Schedule: Monday – Friday (24/7 Department Responsibility)
On-Call: Required
Salary: $135,200 – $216,320 (based on experience)
Direct Reports: Oversight of 17 FTEs in LDRP, 1+ FTE in Infusion, 1 FTE in Echo
Additional Oversight: Echo and Infusion Departments
Overview Wheeler Staffing Partners is recruiting for an experienced Director of Nursing – Labor and Delivery on behalf of our client in Joshua Tree, CA. This leadership role provides oversight of the Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) unit, as well as Echo and Infusion departments. The Director will be responsible for staffing, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and operational management while maintaining a strong clinical presence to support patient care and staff development.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for the LDRP, Echo, and Infusion departments.
  • Maintain high-quality patient care by upholding clinical standards and supporting nursing staff.
  • Manage budgets, staffing, and scheduling to ensure efficiency and resource optimization.
  • Ensure compliance with state, federal, and Joint Commission regulations.
  • Collaborate with hospital administration on organization-wide initiatives.
  • Oversee staff training, professional development, and retention strategies.
  • Monitor time management, charge capture, and operational reporting for Echo and Infusion.
  • Foster a safe, patient-centered, and efficient work environment.

Qualifications Education:
  • Associate degree in Nursing with a bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field, or BSN required.
Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years of RN experience.
  • At least 2 years in a supervisory/management role (Manager or Director level).
  • Recent hands-on clinical experience in labor and delivery.
Licenses/Certifications:
  • Active RN license in California (or ability to obtain).
  • Current CPR certification.

Ideal Candidate Traits
  • Strong leadership and delegation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple departments effectively.
  • Skilled in budgeting, finance, and operational oversight.
  • Adaptable and willing to step in to support clinical staff when needed.
  • Commitment to patient safety, staff engagement, and organizational excellence.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary: $135,200 – $216,320 (based on experience).
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Relocation assistance may be available.

Apply Today Wheeler Staffing Partners invites qualified nursing leaders to apply for the Director of Nursing – Labor and Delivery role. This is a unique opportunity to oversee multiple departments, support a dedicated clinical team, and make a meaningful impact in patient care.
 

About the Company

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Wheeler Staffing Partners

Wheeler Staffing Partners' (WSP) has outstanding client relationships providing consultants with access to some of the most desirable employment opportunities across the nation. Our experience, the solutions we provide, our business processes, and partnerships with our consultants and clients has made the company one of the most sought after placement firms for job seekers and companies of all sizes. WSP, provides all candidates with career opportunities, skill assessments, and interview consulting services and our clients with the candidates that meet their culture and skill set. From our Executive Retained Search Teams, Direct Hire and Contract Staffing Professionals to our RPO Service offerings, we create models to deliver a world-class service, with a sense of urgency and professionalism at the best price. Let us put our expertise and services to work for you!

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2014
WEBSITE
http://wheelersp.com/