Nurse Manager NICU RN Job at Texas Nursing Services, Houston, TX

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  • Texas Nursing Services
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Full-Time | Days (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM) ,  Evenings (3:00 PM–11:00 PM) or Nights (11:00 PM–7:00 AM)
Weekends & On-Call Rotation Required
Hourly Pay: $45.79 – $60.09 (DOE)
Sign-On Bonus: $20,000  
Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case

Overview

A leading hospital system in Houston is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager – NICU RN to oversee operations in a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit , one of the largest and most advanced neonatal programs in Texas.

This high-acuity environment cares for critically ill and extremely premature infants. The Nurse Manager provides clinical leadership, operational oversight, and staff development while fostering excellence in neonatal outcomes and family-centered care.

This role is ideal for NICU leaders who excel in fast-paced, complex clinical settings and enjoy supporting both frontline teams and families.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily NICU operations, staffing, patient flow, and clinical workflow management.

  • Ensure delivery of high-quality, evidence-based neonatal nursing care.

  • Lead and support unit-based performance improvement and quality monitoring initiatives.

  • Evaluate nursing care using the nursing process and continuously monitor care effectiveness.

  • Provide hands-on clinical support and guidance to NICU staff.

  • Assist with staff education, training, orientation, and competency development.

  • Participate in planning and managing care for high-risk neonatal patients and their families.

  • Promote and sustain a culture of teamwork, accountability, and family-centered care.

  • Collaborate with medical staff, neonatal specialists, therapy teams, and Women’s Services leadership.

Qualifications

Required

  • 2+ years of recent (within the last year) NICU leadership experience (Manager or Charge Nurse level).

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) .

  • Current Texas RN license or Compact RN license (Texas license required within 60 days if compact).

  • BLS certification (AHA).

Preferred

  • Leadership experience in a Level III or Level IV NICU .

  • Demonstrated success improving clinical outcomes or supporting departmental growth.

  • Strong skills in team leadership, clinical excellence, and effective communication.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive hourly pay based on experience.

  • $20,000 sign-on bonus for evening and night shifts.

  • Relocation assistance available case by case.

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.

  • 401(k) with employer match.

  • Employee stock purchase plan.

  • Tuition assistance, certification support, and dependent scholarships.

  • PTO, paid family leave, and disability coverage.

  • Wellness, counseling, and employee support resources (emotional, physical, financial).

  • Family-building benefits including fertility and adoption assistance.

Ideal Candidates

This role is an excellent fit for:

  • NICU leaders ready to advance into a broader operational management role.

  • Charge Nurses or Managers seeking a high-acuity, high-volume NICU environment.

  • Professionals passionate about coaching clinical teams and delivering exceptional neonatal care.

  • Leaders who thrive in collaborative, interdisciplinary care teams and performance improvement initiatives.

Keywords / Hashtags

NICU Nurse Manager, Neonatal ICU RN, Level IV NICU Nurse Leadership, NICU Charge Nurse Jobs, NICU Nursing Houston, Women’s & Children’s Services Leadership, Neonatal Nurse Manager
#NICURNJobs #NurseManagerNICU #HoustonNursingJobs #NeonatalICU #NICULeader #TexasRNJobs #WomensServicesRN #NurseLeadership

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Relocation package, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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