Director of Nursing (RN) – Women’s and Children’s Health
Location: Beckley, West Virginia
Job Type: Full-Time • Day Shift • On-Site
Career Area: Nursing – Leadership
Salary: $115,000 – $135,000
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Nursing to lead Women’s and Children’s Health Services in a 300-bed acute care hospital. This leadership role provides strategic and operational oversight for labor & delivery, postpartum, newborn nursery, pediatrics, and Level I NICU. You’ll be responsible for guiding multidisciplinary teams, managing departmental resources, and ensuring patient-centered, high-quality care.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement departmental goals, plans, and standards that meet clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements.
Operational Oversight: Manage all aspects of Women’s & Children’s Services, ensuring optimal patient outcomes, satisfaction, and quality performance.
Staff Development: Oversee hiring, orientation, evaluations, corrective actions, and continuing education. Foster a culture of engagement and professional growth.
Financial Management: Prepare, monitor, and evaluate departmental budgets; support internal and external audits.
Quality & Safety: Integrate evidence-based nursing practices into protocols; ensure compliance with healthcare regulations (HIPAA, Joint Commission, etc.).
Collaboration: Partner with physicians, advanced practice providers, and hospital leadership to improve care coordination and patient experience.
Other Duties: Mentor and develop nursing staff, maintain ongoing education, and ensure adherence to clinical and patient safety standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
Current WV RN license (or eligible)
5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in Women’s and Children’s Health
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and collaborate effectively with surgeons and anesthesia providers
Experience with budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation in acute care
Strong analytical skills to interpret data and implement performance-improvement initiatives
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP required (or obtained within required timeframe)
Why Join Us
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance; short- and long-term disability; paid family leave; paid time off
Financial & Career Growth: Tuition assistance, certification support, loan assistance, 401(k) with employer match
Employee Well-Being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and employee discounts
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities
About the Facility
This 300-bed hospital treats nearly 13,000 patients annually, with over 50,000 emergency visits. Specialty programs include cardiac CTA, digital mammography, trauma services, and a full range of surgical care. The Women’s & Children’s Department delivers evidence-based care in alignment with ACOG, AWHONN, and AAP standards, supported by a multidisciplinary provider team and approximately 40 FTEs.
Equal Opportunity Statement
This employer is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and complies with all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination or harassment.
