NICU Manager
About The Position
The Manager of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is responsible for overseeing the patient population and managing assigned staff under the supervision of the director. This position involves organizing, planning, coordinating, and evaluating all unit activities, ensuring optimal patient care and staff development. The leader provides direction, support, and guidance to the NICU team, fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional growth. As a highly skilled clinician, they support patient education, maintain nursing standards of practice, and engage in staff development initiatives. The leader acts as a resource, role model, consultant, and mentor, contributing to the facility's performance improvement and staff retention. The position also includes 24-hour accountability for the unit, with a focus on communication, problem-solving, and effective operational management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
- Registered Nurse - Issued by Florida or Compact State
- Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) through American Heart Association
- Five (5) years Clinical Nursing experience in a level II, III, or IV NICU.
- Must complete STABLE certification within 30 days.
Responsibilities
- Organize, plan, and coordinate NICU activities to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care and smooth operational flow.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to NICU staff, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
- Assist in the recruitment, orientation, and continuing education of staff to maintain competency and enhance performance.
- Support the development of educational materials for staff orientation and ongoing training to promote professional growth.
- Act as a resource for staff, offering consultation and guidance on clinical issues and best practices in neonatal care.
- Collaborate with physicians, ancillary departments, and hospital staff to facilitate the coordination of care and improve patient outcomes.
- Serve as a role model in patient care delivery, adhering to nursing standards and best practices in all clinical activities.
- Monitor and evaluate staff performance, providing feedback and support to ensure alignment with organizational goals and quality standards.
- Participate in performance improvement initiatives to enhance the quality and safety of care provided in the NICU.
- Maintain 24-hour accountability for the NICU, ensuring operational efficiency, patient safety, and staff support during all shifts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
