Nurse Manager Neonatal Intensive Care Unit NICU RN

Job Description Overview A nationally recognized women's and children's hospital in Houston is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager - NICU to support operations within a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This role partners closely with the NICU Director to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting staff development, performance improvement initiatives, and operational excellence. This opportunity is ideal for a NICU Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager with recent leadership experience who thrives in a high-acuity, fast-paced neonatal environment. Responsibilities Support the Director in daily operations of the NICU in alignment with organizational goals and standards Assist with staffing coordination, workflow management, and unit operations Ensure nursing care delivery follows evidence-based practice and the nursing process Provide clinical leadership and hands-on support to NICU nursing staff Participate in performance improvement and quality initiatives Assist with planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care within women's and neonatal services Promote a collaborative, supportive, and safety-focused culture Qualifications: Qualifications Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Active RN license (Texas or multistate compact; Texas license required within 60 days if compact) Minimum 2 years of recent (within the last year) NICU leadership experience (Manager or Charge Nurse) Current American Heart Association BLS certification Preferred: Prior experience in Level III or Level IV NICU environments Demonstrated ability to lead teams through growth and change Additional Information Program Highlights Level IV NICU providing the highest level of neonatal care High-volume unit supporting complex neonatal and multiple-birth cases Leadership role supporting a growing and expanding NICU program Compensation & Benefits Competitive hourly leadership pay with strong earning potential $20,000 sign-on bonus and relocation support Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 9% (based on tenure) Paid time off, paid family leave, and disability coverage Tuition assistance, student loan repayment, and certification support Fertility, adoption, and family-building benefits Employee wellness, counseling, and financial wellbeing resources Ideal For NICU Nurse Managers or Charge Nurses ready for the next leadership step RNs passionate about neonatal care and staff development Leaders seeking high-acuity clinical environments with advancement opportunities Candidates looking to grow within a nationally respected women's and neonatal care program Keywords NICU Nurse Manager, Neonatal ICU Nurse Manager, Level IV NICU Jobs, NICU Leadership RN, Women's and Children's Nursing Leadership #HoustonRNJobs #NICUNurseManager #NeonatalLeadership #TexasNursingJobs #RNLeadership

Created: 2026-03-04