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Unit Director, Obstetrics

  • SenecaPA
  • Full-Time
  • On-site
  • Day Job

PostedMarch 30, 2026

About this role

We are seeking a dynamic Unit Director to lead and manage all aspects of our Obstetrics Unit, ensuring exceptional patient care, a healthy workplace for staff, and operational excellence. This role involves 24-hour accountability for clinical quality, staff hiring and development, shared governance, and budget management. The Unit Director will foster professional growth, drive patient safety improvements, and collaborate with medical staff to enhance outcomes. If you’re passionate about leadership, innovation, and delivering exceptional care, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with medical staff to monitor patient outcomes, set clinical priorities, and implement safety and quality initiatives.
  • Analyze performance data, develop action plans for quality improvement, and share best practices across units.
  • Promote evidence-based practice and encourage staff involvement in quality and professional development initiatives.
  • Foster strong internal and external relationships through mentoring, effective communication, and conflict resolution.
  • Support staff well-being with schedules that promote safety, healthy lifestyles, and a positive work environment.
  • Lead change management efforts, involving stakeholders in planning and supporting transitions effectively.
  • Ensure patient-centered care aligned with national standards, evidence-based practices, and organizational goals.
  • Manage department resources and budgets responsibly, aligning with clinical and financial priorities.
  • Drive staff development through training, mentorship, shared governance, and professional certifications.
  • Support leadership growth in Clinicians by guiding mentorship, recruitment, and performance management efforts.
  • Education: BS/BSN required; Master’s degree/MSN preferred. If BS is not in nursing, a Master’s in Nursing is required. Candidates without a Master’s must enroll within one year of hire and complete it within three years.
  • Experience: Minimum of 4 years of progressive leadership experience; relevant clinical experience preferred.
  • Skills: Strong analytical, leadership, and interpersonal abilities to evaluate staff, resolve complex clinical issues, and foster a positive, collaborative environment.
  • Knowledge: Expertise in age-specific patient care, principles of growth and development, and data interpretation to address diverse patient needs.
  • Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the practicing state or a multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) license.

This role requires excellent communication and the ability to build relationships with patients, families, staff, and senior management to support a healing environment.

ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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Unit Director, Obstetrics — Seneca, PA | Pepper Health (Library Build)

Unit Director, Obstetrics at Pepper Health, Seneca. See the schedule and your recruiter’s name before you apply — this posting doesn’t list a range yet.

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# Unit Director, Obstetrics

- Location: Seneca, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Nursing
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Northwest
- Pay: not listed — this posting doesn’t list a range yet. Your recruiter can share it before you apply.
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-30T10:00:23.947Z

## Description

We are seeking a dynamic **Unit Director** to lead and manage all aspects of our Obstetrics Unit, ensuring exceptional patient care, a healthy workplace for staff, and operational excellence. This role involves 24-hour accountability for clinical quality, staff hiring and development, shared governance, and budget management. The Unit Director will foster professional growth, drive patient safety improvements, and collaborate with medical staff to enhance outcomes. If you’re passionate about leadership, innovation, and delivering exceptional care, we encourage you to apply!

**Responsibilities:**
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Shift and schedule

  • Shift

    Day Job

  • Hours

    Full-Time

  • Workplace

    On-site

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Maya S., Director of Nursing

I started at the bedside. Pepper grew me into leadership — a residency year, tuition support, and a manager who asked "what's next for you?" every single year.

Maya S.Director of Nursing — started as a new-grad RN

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. New-grad RN / Residency

  2. Staff RN — specialty certified

  3. Charge / Clinical Resource RN

  4. Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track

  5. Director of Nursing

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I self-schedule?

Most inpatient units use self-scheduling in 4-week blocks, with weekend and holiday rotations shared equitably across the team.

About this roleDo you pay for certifications?

Specialty certification exams, renewals and review courses are covered — and certified nurses earn a differential.

About this roleIs there a nurse residency program?

Yes — a 12-month, accredited residency for new-grad RNs with dedicated preceptors, simulation labs and a cohort that starts together.

About this roleWhat support exists at the bedside?

Clinical resource nurses on every shift, a no-lift equipment program, and unit councils where staff nurses drive practice changes.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

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    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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