Nurse Manager II - Labor & Delivery (L&D)

Nurse Manager II - Labor & Delivery (L&D)
Location: 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
Recruiter Submission Template -


Full Name:
Degree (BSN / MSN) with University and Completion Year:
RN License (California - Active Status):
BLS Certification (Yes/No):
NRP Certification (Yes/No):
Total Years of Experience as RN:
Years of Experience in Labor & Delivery:
Years of Experience in Leadership Role:
Does the candidate have experience managing an L&D unit in a hospital? (Mandatory)
Does the candidate have experience in high-volume L&D (400+ deliveries/month)?
Does the candidate have experience managing Mom/Baby units?
Does the candidate have experience with regulatory compliance (TJC, State, Federal)?
Does the candidate have experience with budgeting and operations management?
Motivation / Reason for interest in this position:
Motivation / Reason for relocation (if applicable):
Contact Number:
Email ID:
LinkedIn Profile URL:
Full Address (City, State):
Notice Period / Availability:
Current Work Authorization Status ( No Visa Sponsorship ):
Expected Salary:
Are you ready to relocate at your own expense and work onsite in Santa Clara, California (Onsite)?