Assistant Nurse Manager - NICU (FT) - Downey, California
Expired
Location: On Site in Downey, California, United States
Employment type: Full-time
Why This Role Matters
Title: Assistant Nurse Manager - NICU (FT)
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Assistant Nurse Manager to join a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in a Southern California acute care facility. This leadership role is essential in ensuring optimal patient outcomes and operational excellence in a high-acuity, Level III or higher NICU setting. This is an afternoon leadership role (12:00pm - 8:30pm), responsible for helping oversee daily operations, managing clinical workflows, and mentoring nursing staff to deliver safe, high-quality neonatal care.
How You'll Contribute
- Oversee daily team operations, assign staff appropriately, and ensure clinical resources are utilized effectively.
- Support evidence-based practice implementation and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure care quality across the continuum.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, regulatory readiness, and compliance with safety protocols.
- Lead and mentor staff, provide feedback, identify development opportunities, and drive team engagement.
- Handle escalated concerns related to patient care while maintaining a patient- and family-centered approach.
- Assist in staffing, productivity tracking, and performance management.
- Uphold clinical excellence by staying current with best practices, ensuring ongoing staff training, and promoting safe care environments.
What Makes You a Great Fit
Required Qualifications:
- BSN or MSN degree
- Active California Registered Nurse License
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at hire
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
- RNC-NIC (Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing) required within 6 months of hire
- Minimum of 2 years of recent RN experience in a Level III or higher NICU
- At least 1 year of leadership experience in an official capacity (e.g., Charge Nurse, Supervisor, Clinical Coordinator, Assistant Nurse Manager)
- Experience in an acute care hospital
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience managing unionized staff
- Excellent communication and team leadership skills