Assistant Nurse Manager - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (Level III) &Transitional Nursery

Howard University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

development support

Just Culture leadership

Job summary

Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC, seeks an Assistant Nurse Manager for the Level III NICU and Transitional Nursery to lead night operations, coordinate staffing, and mentor staff. The ANM ensures high-risk deliveries are managed with evidence-based neonatal care and collaborates with neonatology and OB teams.

The role requires leadership experience, DC RN licensure, BLS/NRP, and a proactive approach to quality and safety in a dynamic NICU setting.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; must obtain BSN within 3 years if not yet obtained.
• Current DC RN license and active status.
• Minimum 2 years NICU or perinatal experience preferred.
• 1 year supervisory/leadership experience required.
• Current BLS certification; NRP required.
• National neonatal certification within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite night shift leadership for Level III NICU and Transitional Nursery.
• Align staffing to acuity, census, and high-risk deliveries.
• Coach and mentor nursing staff; assist evaluations.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and staff development.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and evidence-based practice.
• Collaborate with neonatology, OB, and ancillary teams.
• Address operational issues impacting safe neonatal care.
• Escalate significant events and patient/family concerns promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coaching

Regulatory compliance

Neonatal care knowledge

Infection prevention

Thermoregulation

Conflict resolution

Education

BSN preferred

RN license – DC

NRP certification

CCRN or RNC-NIC certification

Job description

Assistant Nurse Manager – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (Level III) & Transitional Nursery

Location: Howard University Hospital – Washington, DC

Department: Women & Infant Services

Role Summary

The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (Level III) & Transitional Nursery is a dedicated Night Shift Leadership role supporting clinical and operational oversight within the Women & Infant Services Department. The Level III NICU provides specialized care for premature and critically ill newborns requiring advanced monitoring and intervention. As the primary nursing leadership presence during night operations, the ANM supports complex neonatal care coordination, high-risk deliveries, interdisciplinary collaboration, and adherence to evidence-based neonatal and perinatal standards. This role ensures staffing optimization, regulatory compliance, and operational stability across the NICU and Transitional Nursery. In the absence of the Nurse Manager, the ANM serves in a leadership capacity to ensure continuity of care, staff accountability, and execution of safe and effective patient-centered care.

What You’ll Do

• Provide onsite night shift leadership and oversight for Level III NICU and Transitional Nursery operations.
• Align staffing and assignments to neonatal acuity, census fluctuations, and high-risk delivery volume.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor nursing staff; assist with performance evaluations and improvement plans.
• Support recruitment, interviewing, and onboarding of neonatal nursing staff.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and neonatal care guidelines.
• Promote evidence-based neonatal and perinatal nursing practice.
• Support quality initiatives related to neonatal outcomes, infection prevention, thermoregulation, and safe sleep practices.
• Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatricians, OB providers, respiratory therapy, lactation consultants, and ancillary teams.
• Address operational or clinical issues that may impact the safe delivery of neonatal care in real time.
• Report and elevate significant events, near misses, and patient/family concerns in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing preferred; must obtain BSN within three (3) years of assuming ANM position if not already obtained.
• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the District of Columbia.
• Minimum two (2) years clinical experience in Neonatal Intensive Care or related perinatal specialty preferred.
• Experience caring for high-risk neonates strongly preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year supervisory or leadership experience required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required.
• National specialty certification (e.g., RNC-NIC, CCRN-Neonatal, or equivalent neonatal certification) within one (1) year of hire.
• Strong knowledge of neonatal physiology, thermoregulation, infection prevention, safe sleep, and developmental care principles.
• Demonstrated leadership, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution skills.

About Howard University Hospital

With over 150 years of caring for our community in Washington, DC, Howard University Hospital is a nationally recognized academic medical center committed to advancing maternal and infant health outcomes. The Women & Infant Services Department includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, providing advanced care for premature and critically ill newborns, along with Transitional Nursery services that support safe newborn transitions and family-centered care. As the nation’s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black University, we are committed to clinical excellence, health equity, and training the next generation of healthcare leaders.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Supportive leadership culture rooted in Just Culture principles

Pay Range

$84,680 - $135,488 annually

FLSA Status

Exempt

Schedule

Night Shift – 7:00 PM to 5:30 AM; 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday. One weekend per month required.

Compliance Statements

CULTURE OF CARE

Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture that promotes accountability, learning, and patient safety.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Howard University Hospital is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department at .

PAY TRANSPARENCY

Salary ranges listed in job postings reflect the expected compensation range for the position and are provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Final compensation is determined based on experience, education, internal equity, and other relevant factors.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.