Nurse Manager - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - Houston - 3 openings

Nurse Manager Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Location: Houston, TX (On-site) Employment Type: Full Time Compensation: $90K 127K based on experience Schedule: Full-time leadership role- Days 7a 7p; Evenings 3p 11p; Nights 11p 7a All shifts include weekends w/ rotation/on-call

About the Role

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.

This description aligns closely with recognized NICU nurse manager responsibilities found across industry-standard job postings.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• 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.

Staff Leadership & Development

• 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.

Patient Care Oversight

• 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.

Administrative & Quality Leadership

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of recent, relevant NICU clinical experience (Required)
• Minimum 2+ years of acute care NICU leadership within the last year (Manager or Charge Nurse) (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 (Required)

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

Skills & Attributes

• 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

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $90K $127K
• 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