NICU Director

Woman's Hosp Main Campus
100 Woman's Way
Baton Rouge, LA 70817, USA

• Pay or shift range: $123,000 USD to $200,000 USD. The base rate for newly hired employees is based on relevant experience, required education, and other key qualifications.

Lead with Purpose at Woman’s Hospital
At Woman’s Hospital, leadership is more than a position — it’s a commitment to excellence, innovation, compassion, and respect. We are seeking dynamic leaders who live our mission and values, and who are passionate about creating a culture where people feel seen, heard, and valued.

As a Leader at Woman’s, You Will:

• Foster a culture of trust, inclusion, and psychological safety
• Inspire, develop, and align teams to achieve organizational goals
• Communicate clearly, credibly, and with compassion
• Champion service excellence, innovation, and operational improvement
• Apply business and financial insights to guide strategic decisions
• Drive change and continuous improvement initiatives

About This Leadership Opportunity:

• Position Title: Director
• Department: NICU
• Ideal Candidate Profile: The NICU Director is a dynamic nurse leader who oversees the strategic direction, quality, and operational excellence of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This role upholds the highest standards of patient safety, evidence-based neonatal practice, staff engagement, and family-centered care. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in nursing with a related certification (master’s degree preferred) and have at least five years of neonatal experience, including prior supervisory or leadership responsibilities.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Champions creative thinking and innovation to enhance patient care, staff engagement, and unit performance
• Develops and executes strategic plans with defined goals, timelines, and performance metrics
• Leads teams through change with confidence, adaptability, and clarity in times of uncertainty
• Invests in staff development through mentoring, feedback, and opportunities for skill-building
• Delegates with clear expectations, context, and follow-up to ensure accountability and success
• Applies evidence-based practice and clinical standards to guide care and drive improvements
• Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration to solve complex problems and implement solutions
• Fosters open, structured communication and build trust through visibility and transparency
• Implements fiscally responsible practices to optimize resources and maintain quality outcomes
• Anticipates trends in maternal/fetal nursing and healthcare delivery; prepares teams for future needs
• Demonstrates commitment to patient safety and regulatory compliance
• Drives performance through data and outcomes
• Builds interdisciplinary relationships across the hospital to align goals and improve care delivery

What We Offer:

• A mission-driven environment dedicated to women’s and infant health
• Opportunities for growth, innovation, and career fulfillment
• A collaborative culture where your contributions create real impact

Join us in transforming care, empowering teams, and making a lasting difference.
Apply now and lead with impact at Woman’s Hospital.

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Woman’s Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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