RN Manager – NICU
Location: Palm Springs, CA
Job Summary:
The NICU Nurse Manager holds 24/7 responsibility for daily operations and clinical care standards in the NICU, reporting to the Director of Women, Infants, and Children.
Essential Duties:
- Directs and supervises NICU staff, Clinical Managers, and Resource Nurses.
- Oversees scheduling, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements (Title 22, TJC, CDPH, CCS).
- Supports Director in goal achievement, policy updates, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Conducts patient rounding, manages productivity metrics, and maintains timely documentation.
- Ensures timely evaluations, maintains staff licensure/certification, investigates incidents, and supports operational issues.
- Collaborates with the NICU Medical Director and Director for continuous improvement and feedback.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years NICU experience, including 3 years full-time NICU clinical experience.
- Level I NICU experience
- BSN required, Master's preferred.
- Active California RN license, BLS, and NRP certifications.
- Demonstrated leadership, clinical competence, and professionalism.
Compensation:
- Salary Range: $142,646 - $176,800
- Full-time, comprehensive benefits, possible relocation assistance for ideal candidate.