Nursing Director of Maternity Services

Clinical Management Consultants; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinical Management Consultants is assisting a Southern New Hampshire community hospital in recruiting a Director of Maternity Services. The role leads Labor and Delivery, postpartum, and newborn services within a welcoming, small-hospital atmosphere that blends innovation with compassionate, patient-centered care.

You will report to senior nursing leadership, oversee clinical operations, strategic planning, quality initiatives, regulatory readiness, budgeting, and staff development, while

Job description

Step into a transformative leadership opportunity as the Director of Maternity Services at a thriving community hospital in Southern New Hampshire, where a true community feel, small hospital culture meets innovation, compassion, and clinical excellence in Women's Services.

The Director of Maternity Services will join a mission-driven healthcare organization known for delivering patient-first care with measurable quality outcomes, strong safety metrics, and high patient satisfaction scores. This respected hospital has earned recognition for clinical excellence, modernized facilities, and progressive investments in advanced monitoring technology and evidence-based maternal-child health practices. The Director of Maternity Services will benefit from executive leadership that values transparency, shared governance, and frontline engagement, along with a demonstrated commitment to clinician wellbeing, professional development, and strategic growth. With renovated patient care spaces, streamlined workflows, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a reputation for compassionate care that families actively choose, the Director of Maternity Services will lead within an environment that blends innovation with personalized attention.

The Director of Maternity Services will oversee a dynamic Women's Services department encompassing Labor and Delivery, postpartum care, and newborn services within a welcoming setting that embodies a genuine community feel, small hospital atmosphere. The Labor and Delivery Director will guide a skilled perinatal team providing individualized birthing experiences supported by advanced fetal monitoring, family-centered practices, and collaborative obstetric and neonatal care. This intimate yet high-performing maternity and childbirth services unit allows the Director of Maternity Services to make a visible impact on quality outcomes, patient experience, and program growth while maintaining the warmth and connection of a close-knit hospital environment.

Reporting to senior nursing leadership, the Director of Maternity Services will lead clinical operations, strategic planning, quality improvement initiatives, regulatory readiness, budgeting, and staff development for the Labor and Delivery Director service line. The Director of Maternity Services will be supported by experienced charge nurses, dedicated educators, and an engaged interdisciplinary team of obstetricians, certified nurse midwives, anesthesiologists, pediatric providers, lactation consultants, and ancillary professionals. Friendly nurses, collaborative physicians, and diverse healthcare professionals foster a culture of respect, accountability, and teamwork, empowering the Director of Maternity Services to mentor emerging leaders and strengthen evidence-based maternal-child care programs.

Located in beautiful Southern New Hampshire, the Director of Maternity Services will enjoy an exceptional quality of life surrounded by scenic mountains, pristine lakes, and vibrant New England charm. Southern New Hampshire offers four-season outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, kayaking, and cycling, along with lively local concerts, farmers markets, and cultural festivals. The region features excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, diverse dining options, and a balanced cost of living with a range of housing choices from historic homes to modern developments. With convenient access to major metropolitan hubs, regional airports, higher education institutions, and thriving local businesses, Southern New Hampshire provides the Director of Maternity Services with both professional opportunity and an enriching lifestyle.