Assistant Nurse Manager, NICU

Fox Point Recruitment LLC; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Annual incentive opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship programs

Retirement savings with employer match

Free parking

Job summary

Fox Point Recruitment LLC is assisting a leading healthcare organization in Central California to recruit an Assistant Nurse Manager for the NICU in Fresno. The role focuses on operational leadership, staff development, and ensuring high-quality care for critically ill newborns.

This exempt leadership position requires NICU experience, a nursing degree, and active California RN licensure. Relocation assistance is available to support the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Nursing required.
• Current California RN license required.
• BLS certification required (AHA).
• RNC-NIC certification within 6 months of hire or transfer.
• NRP certification within 90 days of hire or transfer.
• Minimum 2 years NICU or related nursing experience.
• Previous leadership or management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee daily NICU operations.
• Support patient care delivery and ensure adherence to clinical standards.
• 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.

Skills

Nurse leadership

Staff mentoring

Quality improvement

Communication

Education

BSN or MSN in Nursing

Job description

About the job Assistant Nurse Manager, NICU

Title: Assistant Nurse Manager, NICU
Status: Full-time
Location: Fresno, California
Relocation: Relocation Assistance Available
Salary: $146,473 - $190,424
Bonus: Bonus Eligible
Visa Support: No Visa Sponsorship Available

Job Overview
A leading healthcare organization in Central California is seeking an experienced Assistant Nurse Manager to support a highly specialized Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This leadership role is ideal for a nurse with strong clinical expertise and a passion for mentoring teams while ensuring exceptional care for critically ill and premature newborns.
The Assistant Nurse Manager will partner with nursing leadership to oversee daily clinical operations, support quality initiatives, promote staff development, and help maintain a collaborative and patient-focused environment.

Key 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

Schedule

• Exempt leadership position
• 8-hour shifts

Required Qualifications

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a high-acuity NICU setting
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Strong background in staff development and quality improvement initiatives

Key Skills Required:

• Clinical leadership and team management
• Staff mentoring and development
• Quality improvement and operational oversight
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• 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

Why This Location?
Fresno offers access to some of California's most popular outdoor destinations, including Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks. Residents enjoy a lower cost of living compared to many major California cities, along with a growing food scene, family-friendly neighborhoods, cultural attractions, and year-round outdoor recreation opportunities.