Nurse Manager NICU RN

Full-Time | Evenings (3:00 PM–11:00 PM) or Nights (11:00 PM–7:00 AM)
Weekends & On-Call Rotation Required
Hourly Pay: $45.79 – $60.09 (DOE)
Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 (Evenings & Nights)
Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case

Overview

A leading hospital system in Houston is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager – NICU RN to oversee operations in a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, one of the largest and most advanced neonatal programs in Texas.

This high-acuity environment cares for critically ill and extremely premature infants. The Nurse Manager provides clinical leadership, operational oversight, and staff development while fostering excellence in neonatal outcomes and family-centered care.

This role is ideal for NICU leaders who excel in fast-paced, complex clinical settings and enjoy supporting both frontline teams and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily NICU operations, staffing, patient flow, and clinical workflow management.

• Ensure delivery of high-quality, evidence-based neonatal nursing care.

• Lead and support unit-based performance improvement and quality monitoring initiatives.

• Evaluate nursing care using the nursing process and continuously monitor care effectiveness.

• Provide hands-on clinical support and guidance to NICU staff.

• Assist with staff education, training, orientation, and competency development.

• Participate in planning and managing care for high-risk neonatal patients and their families.

• Promote and sustain a culture of teamwork, accountability, and family-centered care.

• Collaborate with medical staff, neonatal specialists, therapy teams, and Women’s Services leadership.

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of recent (within the last year) NICU leadership experience (Manager or Charge Nurse level).

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

• Current Texas RN license or Compact RN license (Texas license required within 60 days if compact).

• BLS certification (AHA).

Preferred

• Leadership experience in a Level III or Level IV NICU.

• Demonstrated success improving clinical outcomes or supporting departmental growth.

• Strong skills in team leadership, clinical excellence, and effective communication.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.

• $20,000 sign-on bonus for evening and night shifts.

• Relocation assistance available case by case.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.

• 401(k) with employer match.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Tuition assistance, certification support, and dependent scholarships.

• PTO, paid family leave, and disability coverage.

• Wellness, counseling, and employee support resources (emotional, physical, financial).

• Family-building benefits including fertility and adoption assistance.

Ideal Candidates

This role is an excellent fit for:

• NICU leaders ready to advance into a broader operational management role.

• Charge Nurses or Managers seeking a high-acuity, high-volume NICU environment.

• Professionals passionate about coaching clinical teams and delivering exceptional neonatal care.

• Leaders who thrive in collaborative, interdisciplinary care teams and performance improvement initiatives.

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