Compensation: $45.79 – $68.00/hour Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 Relocation Assistance: Available on a Case-by-Case Basis
Overview
A high-volume Level IV NICU in Houston is seeking experienced NICU Nurse Managers to support a rapidly growing women's and neonatal services program. This leadership opportunity oversees clinical operations, staff development, patient care quality, and operational performance within one of the region's busiest neonatal intensive care environments.
The ideal candidate has strong acute care NICU leadership experience within a Level III or Level IV setting and is comfortable leading multidisciplinary teams across evening, night, weekend, and on-call operations.
This role is well-suited for experienced NICU Charge Nurses or Nurse Leaders seeking advancement into broader operational leadership within high-acuity neonatal services.
Unit & Leadership Overview
Level IV NICU
30-bed NICU unit
Oversees approximately 20–35 FTEs across shifts
High-volume women's and neonatal services environment
Department growth and expansion-driven opening
Position open approximately 180 days due to hiring demand and unit growth
Responsibilities
Assist departmental leadership with operational oversight, staffing coordination, and strategic unit initiatives
Support nursing staff through clinical leadership, mentoring, coaching, and performance development
Ensure patient care delivery aligns with nursing standards, regulatory requirements, and evidence-based neonatal practices
Coordinate departmental participation in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
Monitor clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and operational performance metrics
Collaborate with physicians, neonatal specialists, respiratory therapy, and interdisciplinary care teams
Support staffing management, scheduling coordination, and workflow optimization across NICU operations
Participate in weekend rotation and leadership on-call responsibilities
Qualifications
Required
Active Texas RN license or compact RN license with Texas licensure obtained within 60 days
BSN required
Minimum 2 years of acute care NICU experience
Recent Level III or Level IV NICU leadership experience within the last year
Minimum 2 years of management or NICU Charge Nurse experience
Current BLS certification
Preferred
Previous leadership experience within high-volume women's or neonatal hospitals
Experience managing staffing, throughput, and neonatal quality initiatives
Strong team leadership and change management skills
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive leadership compensation package
$20,000 sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance available
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) with company match
Tuition assistance and student loan support
Paid family leave eligibility
Leadership development and advancement opportunities
Employee wellness and mental health resources
Ideal For
This role is ideal for experienced NICU Charge Nurses, Assistant Managers, or NICU leaders seeking advancement within a high-acuity neonatal environment while maintaining strong involvement in frontline clinical operations and staff leadership.
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