Nurse Manager II Labor & Delivery (L&D)

Nurse Manager II Labor & Delivery (L&D)

Santa Clara, California (Onsite) Work Type: Full-Time Positions: 1 Experience Required: 5 12 Years

Shift Details

Day Shift: 8:00 AM 4:30 PM Schedule: Monday Friday The Nurse Manager II Labor & Delivery (L&D) is responsible for leading clinical operations, staff management, and patient care delivery within a high-volume L&D unit. This role requires strong leadership in maternal-child health, with a focus on quality, compliance, and operational excellence in a 24/7 hospital environment. The manager will collaborate with physicians, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

Lead and manage L&D unit operations and staff Translate strategic goals into operational execution Ensure staffing, scheduling, and resource optimization Oversee 24/7 care delivery environment

Clinical & Patient Care Oversight

Ensure high-quality maternal and neonatal care delivery Monitor clinical outcomes and patient safety standards Support implementation of best practice care models Maintain compliance with regulatory standards

Quality & Compliance

Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, state, and federal regulations Lead quality improvement initiatives and performance metrics Support audits, reporting, and regulatory readiness

Administrative & Financial Management

Manage departmental budgets and cost control Oversee staffing, recruitment, and performance management Develop operational plans and performance benchmarks

Collaboration & Strategic Initiatives

Partner with physicians and healthcare leaders Lead cross-functional initiatives and process improvements Support emergency preparedness and operational planning

Must-Have Qualifications

Minimum 5+ years experience managing L&D unit (Hospital setting) Experience in high-volume L&D (400+ deliveries/month) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN Required) Active RN License California BLS & NRP Certifications Strong leadership and operational management skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN Preferred) Experience managing Mom/Baby units Experience in large hospital systems Strong background in quality improvement and compliance

Core Competencies

Leadership and team development Clinical and operational excellence Strategic thinking and execution Communication and collaboration Regulatory compliance expertise

Work Environment

Labor & Delivery Unit Hospital-based acute care setting High-volume, high-acuity environment