NICU- Assistant Nurse Manager

Why Fresno?

Fresno is one of California's most practical places to build a meaningful healthcare career while still having room to enjoy life outside of work. Located in the heart of the Central Valley, Fresno offers access to national parks, a lower cost of living than many coastal California markets, and a strong sense of community. For nurse leaders who want high-acuity clinical impact without the pace and cost pressures of larger metro areas, Fresno can be an excellent place to grow both personally and professionally.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager, NICU to support a highly specialized Level III NICU team. This is an on-site leadership role for a nurse leader who is ready to apply their bedside experience, clinical judgment, and leadership skills to a unit caring for some of the region's most vulnerable newborns.

This role is ideal for a NICU RN leader who wants to help coordinate patient care, support staff development, improve performance, and contribute to a positive, inclusive environment where nurses can grow in their careers. The Assistant Nurse Manager is part of the unit leadership team and is scheduled for 8-hour shifts.

Why This Role Stands Out

This is a strong opportunity for a NICU nurse leader who wants to step into a visible leadership role within a high-acuity neonatal environment. You will help lead a team delivering complex and compassionate care while supporting operational efficiency, staff development, and quality outcomes.

The organization offers strong compensation, relocation support, annual incentive eligibility, leadership training, tuition reimbursement, retirement contributions, and benefits designed to support long-term career growth.

What You Will Be Doing

• Support daily operations and leadership within a Level III NICU environment
  
• Coordinate patient care and help ensure safe, high-quality outcomes for critically ill and premature infants
  
• Foster staff development, coaching, engagement, and career growth within the unit
  
• Help drive performance improvement, operational efficiency, and quality initiatives
  
• Promote an inclusive, supportive, and professional work environment
  
• Partner with nursing leadership to support staffing, workflows, and unit priorities
  
• Serve as a leadership resource for nurses, patients, and families
  
• Model strong communication, accountability, and patient-centered care
  

Who This Role Is Best For

• This role is a strong fit for a current or emerging NICU nurse leader who wants to grow beyond the bedside while staying closely connected to patient care and staff development
  
• You may be a strong fit if you are currently an Assistant Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse, Clinical Nurse Leader, Nurse Supervisor, NICU RN leader, or an experienced NICU nurse ready to step into formal leadership.
  
• Next Steps
  
• If you are a California-licensed RN with NICU experience and the required nursing degree, we would welcome a conversation.
  

Apply today through McCulloh Consulting to learn more about this Assistant Nurse Manager, NICU opportunity in Fresno, California.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree of Science in Nursing required
  
• Current and valid California Registered Nurse license required
  
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers through the American Heart Association required
  
• Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse certification required within 6 months of hire or transfer into the position
  
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer into the position
  
• NICU nursing experience and demonstrated leadership ability
  
• Ability to work on site in Fresno, California
  
• Strong communication, collaboration, and staff development skills
  

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience in a Level III or high-acuity NICU setting
  
• Prior charge nurse, supervisor, assistant manager, or formal nursing leadership experience
  
• Passion for developing nurses and strengthening unit culture
  
• Interest in quality improvement, patient safety, and operational excellence
  
• Ability to balance clinical urgency with calm, supportive leadership
  

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
  
• Progressive sign-on incentive available
  
• Comprehensive relocation package available
  
• Annual incentive program eligibility
  
• Full benefits package
  
• Leadership training opportunities
  
• Tuition reimbursement, education programs, and scholarships
  
• Vacation time begins accruing on Day 1 and increases with seniority
  
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions
  
• Free parking and electric vehicle charging available
  
• Interview travel reimbursement available