Nurse Manager NICU

Details Location: Wichita, KS Facility: Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph Department: NICU Level III Schedule: Day shift l Full-time Annual Bonus: up to 5% of annual salary Relocation: up to $5,000 Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University. Benefits Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. Responsibilities Lead a high-performing clinical team dedicated to the highest standards of infant care by mentoring staff and hiring top talent to foster a culture of professional growth and excellence. Optimize unit workflows and clinical policies to ensure the seamless, efficient delivery of world-class patient care. Resolve complex care delivery challenges by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes for newborns and their families. Manage unit resources and operational budgets to ensure the team has the necessary tools and staffing to provide uninterrupted, high-quality service. Requirements Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required. Education: Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required. Additional Preferences Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Minimum 1 year of formal experience in an RN leadership role (e.g., Charge Nurse, Supervisor, or Manager). Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is required. #LI-AD1 Why Join Our Team Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. 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To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information. Responsibilities Lead a high-performing clinical team dedicated to the highest standards of infant care by mentoring staff and hiring top talent to foster a culture of professional growth and excellence. Optimize unit workflows and clinical policies to ensure the seamless, efficient delivery of world-class patient care. Resolve complex care delivery challenges by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes for newborns and their families. Manage unit resources and operational budgets to ensure the team has the necessary tools and staffing to provide uninterrupted, high-quality service. Qualifications Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required. Education: Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required.

Created: 2026-03-04