Director of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
About The Position
Heartline Staffing, strategic talent partners with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking an experienced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Director to lead a Level III NICU and Transition Nursery at a hospital in El Paso, Texas. The NICU Director is responsible for the overall leadership, operational performance, and clinical quality of the NICU and Transition Nursery. This role oversees day-to-day operations, staffing, budgeting, productivity, outreach, NICU transport, and long-term service line development while ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and quality care. The Director collaborates closely with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to support staff development, patient satisfaction, and physician engagement while maintaining cost-effective and efficient operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
- Current RN licensure in Texas or compact state
- BCLS required
- NRP required
- S.T.A.B.L.E. certification required
- NICU leadership experience required
- Proven experience in budgeting, staffing, and operational leadership
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred
- Experience managing a Level III NICU or higher strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead daily operations of the NICU and Transition Nursery
- Oversee staffing, budgeting, productivity, and future growth planning
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and safety standards
- Lead quality improvement initiatives and staff competency development
- Support NICU transport operations and outreach efforts
- Promote patient, staff, and physician satisfaction through collaborative leadership
Benefits
- Eligible for a 17.5% leadership incentive bonus based on facility performance
- Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus approved
- Relocation Assistance Available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
