Assistant Nurse Manager - NICU

A leading healthcare organization in Central California is seeking an experienced Assistant Nurse Manager to support a highly specialized Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).

Responsibilities

• Assist with the coordination and oversight of daily NICU operations
• Support patient care delivery and ensure adherence to clinical standards and best practices
• Mentor and develop nursing staff through coaching, education, and performance support
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental leadership activities
• Help manage staffing, workflow, and patient care coordination within the unit
• Support employee engagement and professional development efforts

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Nursing (BSN or MSN) required
• Current and active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required
• Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Certification (RNC-NIC) required within 6 months of hire or transfer
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer
• Minimum of 2 years of NICU or related nursing experience
• Previous leadership or management experience required

Benefits

• Comprehensive relocation assistance package
• Annual incentive opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs
• Leadership development and continuing education support
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
• Generous paid time off program
• Employee wellness and support resources
• Free parking and electric vehicle charging access