Clinical Operations Manager- NICU/Peds

Indiana University Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking an experienced Clinical Operations Manager for the NICU/Peds to shape strategic initiatives and lead a large interprofessional team. This role combines clinical expertise with contemporary leadership to drive quality, safety, and patient experiences.

The manager will oversee a 24x7 unit, with on-site Monday–Friday day shifts and on-call coverage for evenings and weekends. Strong NICU/pediatrics leadership and nursing credentials are required.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor of Nursing (BSN).
• If bachelor degree not in nursing, must have Master of Nursing (MSN).
• Master’s degree in Nursing or related field preferred.
• Specialty certification related to nursing practice or leadership is preferred.
• Requires an active RN license in Indiana or NLC RN license.
• Required BLS certification through the AHA.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision and operational planning for the NICU/peds unit.
• Lead an interprofessional team to achieve excellence in patient and organizational outcomes.
• Ensure 24x7 unit operations, with weekend and holiday coverage.
• Model evidence-based nursing practice and professional standards.

Skills

Leadership

Nursing leadership

Interprofessional teamwork

Quality & safety

Education

BSN

MSN

Nursing leadership cert

Job description

Clinical Operations Manager-NICU/Peds

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do

Overview

Clinical Operations Manager-NICU/Peds

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do

Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our NICU leadership team in the role of Clinical Operations Manager. The clinical manager of operations combines clinical experience and contemporary leadership practices with the IU Health Way to achieve excellent outcomes. Accountable for translating and achieving our strategic priorities and outcomes: quality and safety improvements, care affordability, great patient experiences, and great team member experiences. Accountable for providing strategic vision and operational planning for assigned unit. Incumbents will lead an interprofessional team to create an environment where the team is empowered to achieve excellence in patient and organizational outcomes. This role is accountable for advancing nursing practice by advocating and consistently embedding evidenced-base practices and professional nursing standards. Provides oversight of unit that is operational and staffed 24 x 7, weekends, and holidays. This is a fully onsite role Monday-Friday day shift with availability to round to evenings and weekends plus on call responsibilities. Candidates should have previous leadership experience as well as NICU or pediatric experience.

Key Relationships

Reports to: Clinical Operations Director

Direct Reports: 40

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.

• Requires a Bachelor of Nursing (BSN).


• If bachelor degree not in nursing, must have Master of Nursing (MSN).


• Master’s degree in Nursing or related field preferred.


• Specialty certification related to nursing practice or leadership is preferred.


• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.


• Required Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.


• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 16 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world‑class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.