Nurse Manager - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; NICU

Nurse Manager – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Location: Houston, TX (On‑site)
Employment Type: Full Time
Compensation: $46–$60 per hour + $15,000 Sign‑On Bonus
Schedule: Full-time leadership role; flexibility required to support 24/7 operations

Step into a top‑tier leadership position overseeing the daily operations of a high‑acuity Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). As the Nurse Manager, you will guide a team of NICU nurses caring for critically ill and premature newborns, ensuring exceptional clinical quality, operational excellence, and compassionate patient‑family support. This role demands an experienced clinical leader with a strong NICU background, advanced critical thinking skills, and the ability to lead in a fast‑paced, emotionally complex environment.

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the NICU, ensuring patient safety, regulatory compliance, and high‑quality outcomes.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate NICU unit policies, procedures, and evidence‑based practices.
• Ensure the unit remains fully equipped and stocked with specialized neonatal supplies and equipment.

• Supervise, mentor, recruit, schedule, and evaluate NICU nursing staff; ensure appropriate staffing levels and competencies.
• Provide ongoing staff education, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Promote a collaborative, positive work environment and uphold high clinical standards.

• Coordinate care planning with neonatologists, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Assess patient acuity and staffing needs while maintaining continuity and quality of care.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex patient or family concerns with empathy and professionalism.

• Manage departmental budgeting, resource allocation, scheduling, and performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with all state, federal, hospital, and NICU standards, including infection control and safety requirements.
• Lead or participate in quality improvement initiatives and NICU‑related committees.

• Minimum 5 years of recent, relevant NICU clinical experience (Required)
• Minimum 3+ years of recent acute care NICU leadership within the last year (Manager) (Required)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (Required)
• Current RN License for the State of Texas or Multistate Compact License
  • Compact license holders must obtain a Texas RN license within 60 days of hire (Required)
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification (Required)

• Neonatal specialty certification (e.g., RNC‑NIC)
• Experience in Level III or Level IV NICU settings
• Experience with EHR systems and neonatal monitoring technology
• Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and staff development skills

• Expertise in neonatal critical care and advanced NICU protocols
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for supporting families in crisis
• High‑level critical thinking and decision‑making
• Ability to lead effectively in fast‑paced, high‑acuity environments
• Strong administrative, organizational, and strategic leadership abilities

• Pay: $46–$60 per hour
• Sign‑On Bonus: $15,000
• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Paid time off, parental leave, wellness resources, and employee assistance programs