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Job Description:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Manager
Austin, TX
Full-Time | Days (No Weekends)
Opportunity Presented by Global Placement Firm
Global Placement Firm is excited to partner with a top-tier healthcare organization in Austin, TX, seeking an experienced NICU Manager to lead their Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a nurse leader passionate about neonatal care, patient safety, and operational excellence. You will have the chance to shape the clinical identity of a high-acuity NICU and make a lasting impact on patient outcomes and family experiences.
Position Overview
The NICU Manager ensures high-quality, patient-centered care through leadership, oversight of daily unit operations, and management of staffing. This role monitors and evaluates the provision of nursing care, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. You will promote evidence-based practices, operational efficiency, and a culture of accountability to enhance patient safety and quality outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee daily NICU operations, staffing, and patient care delivery.
Monitor and evaluate nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, hospital policies, and accreditation requirements.
Support clinical standardization and evidence-based practices to improve outcomes and efficiency.
Manage admissions, discharges, and patient throughput to ensure smooth unit operations.
Facilitate effective interdisciplinary care coordination across departments.
Provide leadership to ensure a positive patient and family experience, promoting accountability and high-quality interactions.
Review feedback mechanisms to identify opportunities for improving patient satisfaction.
Identify staff development needs, provide mentoring, and support ongoing education and training.
Ensure proper maintenance of equipment and adherence to safety standards.
Qualifications
BSN required
Minimum 35+ years of healthcare experience
Minimum 2+ years in a supervisory role in an acute care setting
Specialty Certification required within 6 months of hire
Current RN license in Texas (or active compact license with TX RN license obtained within 6 months)
BLS required ; ACLS preferred
NRP, FHM, and RNC-OB preferred
Experience managing high-acuity neonatal patients in a Level 3 NICU
Shift & Schedule
Full-Time | Days (No Weekends)
Compensation & Benefits
Maximum Compensation: $150,000/year
Relocation Assistance: Case by Case
Full benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off
Opportunity to lead a 97-bed Level 3 NICU with 75 daily census and 150 FTE staff
Why Join This Team
Lead a high-acuity, state-of-the-art NICU in a top Texas healthcare system.
Shape the clinical identity and culture of a Level 3 NICU with a large interdisciplinary team.
Make a lasting impact on neonatal patient outcomes and family experiences.
Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and team mentorship.
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Worksite address
austin, TX, 78716, US
Who can apply
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