Assistant Nurse Manager (RN) - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
About The Position
This is your moment to join the team at one of the nation’s premier academic health systems and the #1 Children’s Hospital in Virginia, as recognized in 2025 by U.S. News and World Report, as well as # 26 Best Hospital for Neonatology. Our hospital is a nationally acclaimed pediatric academic center, offering advanced specialty and surgical care services for children and their families. We are seeking experienced nurses to join our Magnet-recognized Academic Medical Center, dedicated to providing exceptional care and fostering innovation in healthcare. The Assistant Nurse manager is a transformational leader responsible for supporting the Nurse Manager in administrative duties of the unit, especially during off shifts. The Assistant Nurse Manager will provide leadership by collaborating with members of the health care team to maintain standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Participates in organizational and unit based quality improvement activities, and provides input on standards of care. Must provide patient care on an as needed basis and maintain clinical competencies with the potential for weekly patient care shift assignments.
Requirements
- Graduate of accredited nursing program, Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
- At least two years’ experience as a registered nurse
- Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia required.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
Responsibilities
- Supervises care provided by maintaining high visibility to patients/families and staff in the clinical area(s).
- Share accountability with manager for unit/department/organizational goals achievement including patient experience, team member engagement and continuous process improvement.
- Staff management to include recruitment, retention, coaching, training, evaluation and development, as well as preparation and delegation of work schedules and workflow.
- Under supervision from manager, participates in basic human resource functions.
- Provides managerial support as required. Develops implements and participates in Quality Improvement Processes activities. Works with members of the health care team in activities designed to improve patient care outcomes.
- Provides leadership and serves as a resource in the provision of patient care and unit activities. Assists staff in development of problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Maintains all records pertaining to the staff competency and quality audits and other related records.
- Serves as a professional role model, coach, and resource for employees. Participates actively in Nursing and/or hospital committees and work groups and assists in the development and implementation of the units shared governance model.
- Assumes responsibility for own professional growth.
- In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Retirement Savings Plans.
- Opportunities for professional growth with a Clinical Career Ladder and leadership roles.
- Sign-on bonuses
- Education support
- Generous paid time off
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
