Nurse Manager II, Labor and Delivery

The Employee Connect

Santa Clara, California

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$239,000–$251,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Acute Care, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Budget Management, Clinical Nursing, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Coaching, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Employee Relations, Healthcare, Hospital, Hospital Administration, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Mentoring, Neonatology, Nursing, Nursing Management, Operational Strategy, Operations Management, Patient Care, Patient Safety, People Management, Performance Management, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Psychology, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulations, Resource Management, Risk Management, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Santa Clara, California

POSTED

17 days ago

Nurse Manager II, Labor and Delivery
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Salary Range: $239,000 to $251,000 per year
Position Summary
A leading healthcare organization is seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse Manager II to lead its Labor and Delivery department. This is a full-time leadership opportunity for a dedicated nursing professional who is passionate about maternal and neonatal care. The ideal candidate will bring a strong clinical background combined with proven management expertise to guide a high-performing team of nurses, midwives, and support staff through every aspect of inpatient labor, delivery, and postpartum care.
This role operates within a fast-paced, high-acuity environment where exceptional clinical judgment and decisive leadership are essential every single day. The Nurse Manager II serves as a critical link between frontline nursing staff and senior hospital administration, ensuring that care delivery remains patient-centered, evidence-based, and consistently aligned with regulatory standards. Santa Clara, CA represents one of the most dynamic healthcare markets in the country, offering exposure to innovative clinical practices and a deeply diverse patient population. Professionals in this role gain meaningful experience navigating complex cases, leading interdisciplinary teams, and shaping departmental culture in meaningful and lasting ways. This position offers significant career growth potential for those who aspire to senior nursing leadership or executive-level roles within healthcare systems.
Core Responsibilities

Provide direct oversight and daily operational management of the Labor and Delivery unit, ensuring safe, high-quality patient care at all times
Supervise, mentor, coach, and evaluate nursing staff, including registered nurses, certified nurse midwives, and nursing assistants
Develop and manage departmental budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation strategies to maintain operational efficiency
Collaborate closely with physicians, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive patient care
Lead quality improvement initiatives, reviewing patient outcomes data and implementing evidence-based changes to clinical protocols
Ensure full compliance with Joint Commission standards, state nursing regulations, and all applicable federal healthcare requirements
Manage employee relations matters including performance improvement plans, conflict resolution, and recognition programs
Participate actively in hospital-wide committees, nursing leadership councils, and strategic planning discussions
Maintain a visible, approachable presence on the unit to support staff morale and foster a culture of psychological safety and excellence

Must-Have Requirements

Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of California, in good standing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing required; Master of Science in Nursing or related healthcare field strongly preferred
Minimum of five years of clinical nursing experience in Labor and Delivery, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, or a closely related specialty
Minimum of two years of nursing management or formal supervisory leadership experience in an acute care setting
Current BLS and NRP certifications required; ACLS certification preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of obstetric emergencies, fetal monitoring, high-risk labor management, and postpartum care protocols
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead diverse teams effectively
Proven track record of driving quality improvement and achieving measurable patient safety outcomes

Benefits and Perks

Highly competitive annual salary ranging from $239,000 to $251,000 based on experience and qualifications
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees and eligible dependents
Generous paid time off program including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
Employer-sponsored retirement savings plan with competitive matching contributions
Robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education support for professional development
Leadership development programs and pathways designed to support advancement into senior executive nursing roles
Employee wellness programs, mental health resources, and work-life balance initiatives
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates moving to the Santa Clara area

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