Director of Nursing Labor & Delivery

Full-Time | Days | $25,000 Sign-On Bonus Eligible
Location: Joshua Tree, CA
Salary Range: $135,200 - $216,320 per year
Bonus: $25,000

About the Role

Envoy Recruitment is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing Labor & Delivery to lead inpatient maternal-child services within a 59-bed acute care facility serving its surrounding community with maternity care, womens health, diagnostic services, and a range of outpatient programs.

The Director will oversee daily departmental operations, ensure high-quality, compassionate patient care, and support all regulatory, safety, and accreditation requirements. This role is ideal for a strong L&D nurse leader who values culture-building, operational efficiency, and high standards of maternal care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all Labor & Delivery nursing operations

• Model excellence in patient care and ensure consistently high standards

• Delegate effectively and manage team performance to drive strong outcomes

• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and Joint Commission regulations

• Partner with administrative leaders on strategic planning and performance improvement

• Support recruitment, retention, staff education, and competency development

• Manage departmental budgets to meet financial goals

• Promote a positive, collaborative environment for patients, families, and staff

Physical Demands

• Ability to assist with lifting and positioning patients

• Occasional prolonged standing, walking, stooping, or bending

• Exposure to patient-care environments, including bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and emergency situations

• Requires critical judgment in high-acuity or unpredictable scenarios

What You Bring

Education & Licensure

• Current RN license (state of practice)

• Current CPR certification

Experience

• Minimum 5 years RN experience

• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience at the manager or director level

• Strong leadership capability with proven delegation and operational management skills

Why Join Envoy Recruitment?

This role offers:

• A $25,000 sign-on bonus (based on eligibility)

• Leadership autonomy within a respected regional facility

• A strong culture focused on patient-centered maternal care

• Supportive administrative partnerships and opportunities for growth

Ready to Lead Labor & Delivery Nursing?

For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact matthew.thornett@envoyrecruitment.com.