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

Job Title: Nurse Manager II – Labor

Delivery (L D)

Location

Santa Clara, CA (Zip: 95050)

Work Arrangement

Onsite (Full-Time)

Compensation

$239,000 – $251,000 annually

About the Organization

This organization is a leader in the healthcare industry, committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. They foster a professional environment that prioritizes clinical excellence, safety, and operational efficiency, supporting diverse healthcare professionals in their career growth and mission to improve patient outcomes.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Manager II – Labor

Delivery (L D) to lead clinical operations, nursing staff, and patient care delivery within a high-acuity maternal-child health environment. This role is responsible for overseeing daily unit operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving quality and safety outcomes, and fostering a high-performing nursing team. The Nurse Manager II will collaborate closely with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and organizational leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

Team Management

Lead and develop nursing staff through hiring, coaching, and performance management; foster a culture of accountability and professional growth.

Clinical Operations

Oversee 24/7 unit operations; ensure appropriate staffing, resource allocation, and equipment utilization.

Quality

Compliance

Ensure adherence to The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and Nursing Practice Act; lead quality improvement and safety initiatives.

Strategic Leadership

Manage unit budgets and financial performance; implement policies, procedures, and best practices.

Patient Care Coordination

Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration; resolve patient/family concerns and ensure continuity of care.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Minimum 5 years of experience in patient care delivery.

Minimum 5 years of experience in business operations, clinical healthcare, or related field.

Minimum 4 years of leadership experience.

Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Leadership experience in maternal-child health, Labor

Delivery, or acute care environments.

Strong experience in staffing, budgeting, and operational management.

Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a high-acuity clinical setting.