Manager - NICU - Days

Woman's Hospital•St. George, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Lead with Purpose at Woman’s Hospital. At Woman’s Hospital, leadership is more than a position — it’s a commitment to excellence, innovation, compassion, and respect. We are seeking dynamic leaders who live our mission and values, and who are passionate about creating a culture where people feel seen, heard, and valued. As a Leader at Woman’s, You Will: Foster a culture of trust, inclusion, and psychological safety. Inspire, develop, and align teams to achieve organizational goals. Communicate clearly, credibly, and with compassion. Champion service excellence, innovation, and operational improvement. Apply business and financial insights to guide strategic decisions. Drive change and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Licensed Registered Nurse
Bachelor's degree in nursing
Extensive NICU experience
At least four years of clinical NICU nursing experience
Three years of progressive nursing leadership experience

Nice To Haves

Certification in their area of practice is preferred.
Confident leader with strong decision-making skills
Fosters collaboration, supports professional growth, and promotes a culture of teamwork and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

Advocates for patient rights, dignity, privacy, and autonomy while promoting empowerment and involvement in care decisions.
Collects and analyzes data to identify trends, anticipate outcomes, and guide timely interventions for unit effectiveness.
Investigates complaints by collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing relevant data to identify issues, ensure timely resolution, and improve processes and outcomes.
Fosters open, effective communication across nursing staff and multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.
Acts as a mentor and resource to peers and direct reports; supports growth through ongoing feedback and educational support.
Maintains clinical and leadership competencies through CEUs, certifications, and integration of current best practices.
Upholds professional ethics and ensures confidentiality, legal compliance, and alignment with regulatory standards.
Conducts fair and timely evaluations; provides constructive feedback and takes corrective action when necessary to support performance.
Leads daily operations with transparency, facilitates staff meetings, and ensures information is shared effectively.
Develops, supports, and implements unit goals and plans that align with department and hospital-wide strategies.
Evaluates personal performance and role effectiveness using feedback, peer input, and reflection; sets goals for growth.
Leads and participates in quality initiatives to enhance patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and regulatory readiness.
Promotes the use of clinical research and evidence-based practice to inform care delivery and team education.
Adjusts staffing based on census and acuity, ensures efficient scheduling, and manages resources within budget constraints.
Participates in interviewing and hiring processes, evaluating candidates’ fit for departmental needs and team culture.
Demonstrates and promotes sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and generational differences in staff, patients, and families.
Perform additional leadership responsibilities as assigned in support of Woman's Hospital policies, strategic initiatives, and organizational mission.