Manager - Nursing Unit - Labor and Delivery - Full Time 8 Hours Day (Non-Union, Exempt)

University of Southern California; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California is seeking a Nurse Manager who will oversee 24-hour accountability for patient care quality and operational efficiency. You will lead staff education, coordinate hospital care, and serve as a clinical role model while ensuring resource optimization and a positive work environment.

Strong leadership and communication are essential. The role requires CA-licensed RN with ACLS, BLS, NRP, and AWHONN certifications, plus 3 years of clinical experience and prior

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing; requirement waived for interim role
• 3 years clinical experience; prior management experience
• RN licensure in California (CA BRN) required
• ACLS, BLS, NRP and Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AWHONN) certifications required
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Assists Chief Nursing Officer and education teams; manages 24-hour accountability for patient care quality
• Oversees staff education using AACN core curriculum and clinical oversight
• Coordinates care during hospitalization to optimize resource use and patient outcomes
• Serves as professional clinical role model and supports staff development
• Contributes to a positive work environment and customer satisfaction

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Creativity

Detail orientation

Prior management experience

Prioritization

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

The Manager is an excellent clinician who assists the Chief Nursing Officer, operational management and education to employees and patients. The Nurse Manager holds 24-hour accountability for the quality of patient care, efficiency of operations, and human resources management for area (s) assigned. Provides staff education utilizing the AACN core curriculum, program planning and clinical oversight for new and current staff. The Manager coordinates care of the patients during hospitalization to obtain the best utilization of resources so that patient outcomes are optimized. The Manager serves as a professional clinical role model for patient care and assists other professionals in their development. The Manager demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and organization and applies good verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's Degree Nursing Requirement waived if interim role.

Minimum Experience:

• 3 years Clinical Experience.
• Prior Management experience.

Minimum Skills:

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations.
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information.
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.

Required Certifications:

• Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Health Provider from American Heart Association.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Provider from American Heart Association.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AWHONN)

Preferred Education:

• Master's degree Nursing

Job ID REQ20182311

Posted Date 10/22/2026