Job Summary Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, a 654-bed, award-winning, four-time Magnet®-recognized tertiary care hospital, located in the heart of Charlotte, NC, is seeking an experienced and visionary women’s and children’s senior nurse leader to guide a high-performing healthcare team and help shape the future of nursing and patient care services. This role is a rare opportunity for a seasoned nurse leader with a strong background in operations, who can drive clinical excellence, inspire teams, foster teamwork and collaboration, and deliver exceptional patient outcomes in a dynamic, fast-paced, matrixed environment. The Director of Nursing for Women’s and Children’s is responsible for 24/7 clinical operations and leads a broad and dynamic portfolio of programs and nursing units, including labor & delivery, mother/baby, high risk maternity, GYN medical/surgical, level IV NICU, pediatric med/surg, PICU, and pediatric intermediate, lactation, and child/life. This leadership role has four direct report nurse managers and approximately 350 indirect reports. The Director collaborates with stakeholders across departments and facilities to coordinate clinical services and contributes strategic insight at both the system and regional levels. This position reports to the Vice President & Chief Nursing Officer and serves as the operational and programmatic leader for women’s and children’s acute care operations. #JoinTeamAubergine #NovantHealth Let Novant Health be the destination for your professional growth. At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities. Responsibilities It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time. Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement. The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care. All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm". Contributes to the development and execution of Novant Health’s vision and strategy for patient care in alignment with the organization's mission, values, and long-term goals. Collaborates with system leaders to manage interdependencies across service lines, enhance service offerings, expand programs, and support community engagement. Provides strategic and operational oversight for assigned areas, including quality initiatives, marketing, clinical standards, regulatory compliance, and accreditation. Works closely with medical and administrative leadership to plan, prioritize, and implement performance improvement initiatives across the organization and service area Leads initiatives aimed at improving the patient, family, and team member experience. Accountable for operational and financial performance, in addition to outcomes for quality, safety, and patient and team member experience. Oversees clinical operations and ensures efficient use of human and material resources to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care. Stays up-to-date on industry trends and best practices related to women's and children's health and incorporates them into the department's operations. Qualifications Education: BSN required. Master’s degree in nursing or closely related field, required. Licensure: Current RN or compact licensure in an applicable state, required. Certification: Specialty-specific certification is required or must be obtained within one year of hire (Examples: CPN, RNC-OB, C-EFM, NE, NEA, CENP, CPEN) Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience, in women’s and/or children’s services, at the manager level or above, required. Ideally, 2-5 years of experience at the director level or above in a large, high-volume and complex facility Skills and Competencies: Strong understanding of clinical operations, healthcare trends, and regulatory standards Proficient in performance management, budgeting, staffing, and resource planning Excellent communication, decision-making, and strategic leadership skills Ability to manage conflict, foster collaboration, and lead multidisciplinary teams Skilled in employee development, coaching, and progressive discipline Adept at building consensus and cultivating trust across diverse stakeholder groups Demonstrated ability to lead change, promote innovation, and exceed patient and team expectations Job Opening ID 112487