Unit Director, Postpartum Units

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA seeks an inspiring nurse leader to join us as Unit Director for the Postpartum Units. You will provide clinical and operational leadership, coaching four clinicians across units 3700 and 3800, and advance quality and patient experience initiatives.

The role reports to the Clinical Director of Obstetrics and requires a Master’s degree with at least four years of progressive leadership experience; MSN enrollment is required within one year if not

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; if not held at hire, enroll in MSN within 1 year and complete within 3 years.
• Four years of progressive leadership experience required.
• Experience in nursing leadership and team development is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with medical staff to monitor patient outcomes and set clinical quality priorities.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships; mentor staff and foster positive communication.
• Lead, coach, and develop clinicians reporting to the Unit Director; support recruitment and performance reviews.
• Manage unit budget, staffing, and resources to meet safety and quality goals.
• Promote patient-centered care and evidence-based practice across postpartum units 3700 and 3800.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Job description

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is seeking an inspiring nurse leader to join our team as Unit Director of our Postpartum Units.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Unit Director to provide operational and clinical leadership for our Postpartum Units 3700 and 3800. In this highly visible role, you will help ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care while leading daily operations, supporting nursing staff and leaders, advancing quality and patient experience initiatives, and upholding regulatory and organizational standards.

As Unit Director, you will collaborate closely with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary partners to strengthen teamwork, optimize workflows, and achieve departmental goals. You will also provide direct leadership, coaching, and professional development support to four clinicians, fostering engagement, accountability, and clinical excellence across both postpartum units.

This leader will report directly to the Clinical Director of Obstetrics and will oversee four direct reports, along with shared leadership responsibility for floor staff in partnership with the unit Clinicians.

At UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, we are more than a hospital — we are a trusted partner through every stage of life. From groundbreaking research and advanced treatments to compassionate, personalized care, Magee has been a leader in women’s health for generations. We are proud to be a two-time Magnet-designated hospital, reflecting our commitment to nursing excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care.

A Master’s degree is required for this role. Candidates who do not have a Master’s degree or MSN at the time of hire must enroll in a program within one year and complete the program within three years. Four years of progressive leadership experience is required.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with medical staff to monitor patient outcomes; set clinical quality priorities, recommend and implement professional improvements and initiatives and implement unit based patient safety initiatives. Monitors dashboard indicators and quality in unit/department to meet organizational goals and develops action plans to address specific concerns and improve quality. Utilizes research and evidence-based practice to support improvement in clinical care. Shares learning from improvements with other units and/or spreads across the business unit or system. Analyzes nurse and patient satisfaction outcome data and develops action plan to address as needed. Supports and encourages involvement of staff nurses in the development and implementation of evidence based practice and quality improvement initiatives.
• Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by building teams and relationships through mentoring and modeling uplifting and positive communication. Resolves and manages conflict effectively and in a timely manner. Extends trust by acknowledging the contributions of others; listens first, creates transparency in communications, confronts reality, and clarifies expectations. Cares for patients and self by planning a department work schedule in collaboration with team members that supports safety, appropriate worked hours, and a healthy lifestyle. Conveys information and ideas clearly through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message. Coaches staff on cultural diversity and addresses workplace horizontal violence and impairment. Creates an environment which recognizes and values differences in staff, physicians, patients, and communities.
• Demonstrates the ability to create a shared vision applies critical thinking skills and utilizes financial and quality data and conceptual knowledge in the development of the department vision and operational plan. Involves staff and key stakeholders in the development of a vision for the unit/ department within a shared governance model of practice. Orchestrates complex change and acknowledges the psychological transition on self and others. Involves stakeholders and experts in planning, designing, and redesigning change. Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one/s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individual involved. Supports staff during times of difficult transitions. Demonstrates ability to influence the external environment through participation in professional and advocacy organizations.
• Establishes a culture of caring by promoting decisions that are patient centered and within the framework of Relationship Based Care, using the nursing process that meets the clinical, psychological and spiritual needs of the patient, family and staff. Ensures that nurses practice in accordance with established Clinical Standards of Performance as defined by organization, system, professional and regulatory organizations. Applies national best practices and uses evidence based practice to build a culture of excellence in patient care. Promotes interdisciplinary partnership and consultation of hospital staff and health care team through participation in committees and related activities to ensure appropriate care and services for patients and families. Sets clinical, financial, and human resources priorities for improvement in concert with organizational goals. Demonstrates sound fiscal responsibility in the development and management of the department budget and holds staff accountable for the efficient use of resources including but not limited to managing flexible staffing patterns to meet patient care needs.
• Sets high standards of performance for self and others by imposing standards of excellence and development of inquiry skills that are innovative, optimistic, and supportive of professional growth. Creates developmental paths and plans for staff to increase the expertise and caliber of staff. Initiates innovation in staff development, clinical orientation, continuing education, and supports specialty certification. Develops a best practice climate for the growth and development of students as well as new nurses. Actively recruits nursing studentthrough the establishment of exceptional clinical experiences. Supports shared governance through a unit-based professional practice council and utilization of staff feedback to make changes to improve care, nursing practice, and /or the work.
• The Unit Director is expected to lead and develop all Clinician(s) that report directly to them to build strong leadership and communication skills, as well as mentorship in daily leadership responsibilities. Supports Clinician(s) in their role of oversight of direct reports, including difficult conversations, performance reviews, and recruitment.
• Assist with planning, implementing, and verifying that all direct care providers and direct care staff have the required knowledge and skills/attitude-based competencies assessed to address gaps and verified.