Job Description

A large, integrated healthcare system is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager to lead Labor and Delivery operations at a high-volume obstetric unit. The ideal candidate is a strong clinical leader who thrives in a fast-paced maternal-newborn environment and is committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes and staff development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational and clinical leadership for the Labor and Delivery unit on a 24/7 basis
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure safe patient care delivery
• Lead, coach, and develop nursing staff through performance management and professional development initiatives
• Oversee quality metrics, patient safety programs, and regulatory compliance (TJC, state)
• Collaborate with physicians, midwives, and interdisciplinary team members to advance maternal-newborn outcomes
• Manage unit budget including labor cost control and supply utilization
• Drive implementation of evidence-based practices and obstetric safety bundles

Requirements

• Active RN license in California (or compact licensure eligible)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; MSN preferred
• 3+ years of clinical nursing experience in Labor and Delivery
• 2+ years of nursing leadership or management experience
• Current BLS, NRP, and ACLS certifications

Preferred Qualifications

• MSN or graduate degree in nursing or healthcare administration
• RNC-OB or C-EFM certification
• Experience in a Magnet-designated or large health system setting
• Familiarity with Epic clinical documentation

Screening Questions

1. Do you hold an active RN license in California, or are you eligible for licensure?
2. How many years of Labor and Delivery clinical and leadership experience do you have?
3. Are you able to work onsite full-time in Santa Clara, CA?