Assistant Nurse Manager (RN) - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville, Virginia, Evanston Township (VA, MN, IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious academic health system as an Assistant Nurse Manager, where you will lead and support nursing staff in providing exceptional patient care. This role offers the opportunity to work in a nationally recognized pediatric hospital, contributing to quality improvement initiatives and fostering a collaborative healthcare environment. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive team, you'll play a vital role in enhancing patient outcomes while enjoying comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement. This is your chance to make a real impact in the lives of children and their families.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Retirement Plans

Sign-on Bonuses

Education Support

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN required within 5 years of hire.
• At least two years of experience as a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• Supervise care and maintain visibility to patients, families, and staff.
• Manage staff recruitment, retention, coaching, and scheduling.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and work with the healthcare team.

Skills

Leadership

Patient Care

Quality Improvement

Staff Management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Accredited Nursing Program Graduate

Job description

Join Our Team at UVA Health

This is your moment to join one of the nation's premier academic health systems and the #1 Children's Hospital in Virginia, recognized in 2025 by U.S. News and World Report. Our hospital is a nationally acclaimed pediatric academic center offering advanced specialty and surgical care services for children and their families. We are seeking experienced nurses to join our Magnet-recognized Academic Medical Center, dedicated to providing exceptional care and fostering innovation in healthcare.

Position Overview

The Assistant Nurse Manager is a transformational leader responsible for supporting the Nurse Manager in administrative duties of the unit, especially during off shifts. This role involves providing leadership by collaborating with healthcare team members to maintain standards for professional nursing practice, participating in quality improvement activities, and providing patient care as needed.

Why Join UVA Health?

• Prestigious Academic Excellence: Work within UVA Health, a nationally acclaimed academic hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Comprehensive Pediatric Services: ELSO Center of Excellence for ECMO, 64-bed NICU, 25-bed PICU, 38-bed Pediatric Acute/Intermediate Care Unit, Pediatric Emergency Department.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Retirement Plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth with a Clinical Career Ladder and leadership roles.
• Additional perks such as sign-on bonuses, education support, and paid time off.

Responsibilities

1. Supervise care and maintain visibility to patients, families, and staff.
2. Share accountability for unit goals including patient experience and team engagement.
3. Manage staff recruitment, retention, coaching, and scheduling.
4. Participate in human resource functions under supervision.
5. Support quality improvement initiatives and work with the healthcare team to improve patient outcomes.
6. Provide leadership and serve as a resource in patient care and unit activities.
7. Maintain records related to staff competency and quality audits.
8. Serve as a professional role model, coach, and participate in hospital committees and shared governance.
9. Commit to ongoing professional development.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN required within 5 years of hire.
• At least two years of experience as a registered nurse.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Virginia.
• AHA BLS certification.

Physical Demands

Standing for prolonged periods, bending, climbing, driving, and lifting over 100 lbs. May be exposed to various environmental hazards.

Diversity Commitment

The University of Virginia and UVA Health System are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to various protected characteristics.