Nurse Director, Hospital – Maternal Child Health

Nurse Director, Hospital – Maternal Child Health
Organization: Kaiser Permanente
Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite)
Compensation: $237,000 – $274,000 annually
Additional Compensation: Sign-on bonus eligible; relocation assistance available

Position Summary

The Nurse Director, Hospital – Maternal Child Health provides senior-level clinical, operational, and strategic leadership for Labor & Delivery and Maternal Child Health services within a 24/7 acute care hospital environment. This role is accountable for patient safety, quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, financial performance, workforce engagement, and the delivery of evidence-based care across multiple units.

The Nurse Director partners closely with physicians, executive leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders to design and implement care delivery models, optimize resources, and advance Kaiser Permanente’s mission, values, and strategic priorities.

Essential ResponsibilitiesClinical & Patient Care Leadership

• Establish and maintain best-practice care delivery models across Maternal Child Health and Labor & Delivery units
• Ensure safe, high-quality, standardized patient care in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements
• Lead investigations and resolution of patient, family, and member concerns related to care delivery
• Maintain clinical expertise and provide clinical supervision, competency validation, and licensure oversight
• Ensure continuous survey readiness and compliance with TJC, state, federal, and local regulations

Operational & Strategic Leadership

• Oversee operations of multiple hospital units in a 24/7 environment
• Translate organizational strategy into actionable operational plans and performance metrics
• Lead emergency preparedness planning, training, and recovery efforts
• Champion short- and long-term operational initiatives and system improvements
• Drive performance improvement initiatives related to quality, safety, service, and cost

Financial & Resource Management

• Develop, manage, and oversee departmental budgets and financial performance
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels, workload distribution, and resource utilization
• Evaluate and oversee the use and maintenance of equipment, supplies, and medications
• Analyze costs, forecasts, and operational data to inform business planning and decision-making

People Leadership & Talent Development

• Recruit, develop, and retain a highly skilled and engaged leadership and nursing workforce
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities
• Build internal collaborative networks and promote succession planning
• Align workforce planning with operational and business objectives
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with physicians and clinical leaders to align care delivery initiatives across the continuum
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimal patient outcomes
• Gain cross-functional support for business plans and departmental priorities
• Address escalated operational and clinical issues with sound judgment and timely resolution

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Master’s degree in Nursing or related field
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in patient care delivery
• Minimum two (2) years of experience managing operational or project budgets
• Minimum two (2) years of leadership experience with direct reports
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California (required at hire)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required at hire)

Required Experience & Skills

• Maternal Child Health and Labor & Delivery clinical background
• Strong leadership, management, and decision-making capabilities
• Expertise in patient safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and compliance requirements
• Financial acumen and experience managing complex operations
• Change management and business process improvement experience
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and healthcare information systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading quality improvement or operational transformation initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and drive informed decision-making
• Experience in large, integrated healthcare systems

Work Environment

• Onsite hospital-based role
• 24 hours/day, 7 days/week operational responsibility
• High-acuity, fast-paced clinical environment

Equal Opportunity Statement

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $237,000.00 - $274,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Please provide your email address for better communication.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $237,000 - $274,000