Nurse Manager of NICU (RN)

Strong Force Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 63,080 - 82,779; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation assistance

Full benefits package

Job summary

Strong Force Staffing is seeking a Nurse Manager for the NICU at a leading women's and children's hospital in Houston, Texas. This permanent leadership position involves overseeing daily operations and providing essential support and mentorship to the nursing staff.

The ideal candidate will have a BSN, a minimum of 2 years of NICU leadership experience, and an active Texas RN license. A competitive compensation package with a $20,000 sign-on bonus and full benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Over 2 years of recent NICU leadership experience as a Manager or Charge Nurse.
• Active Texas RN license or compact required.
• BLS certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily NICU operations in partnership with the Director.
• Provide clinical leadership and staff support.
• Drive quality, safety, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Support and mentor nursing staff in high-acuity NICU environment.

Skills

NICU leadership experience

Clinical leadership

Staff mentorship

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Houston, Texas, United States - All Med Search

Nurse Manager of NICU (RN)

Houston, TX | Permanent Leadership Role

Strong Force Staffing – Clinical Search Partner

Building Stronger Clinical Teams for a Stronger Tomorrow

This is a high-impact NICU Nurse Manager opportunity at one of the most respected women's and children's hospitals in Texas. This facility delivers more babies than any hospital in the state and operates a Level IV NICU, caring for the most complex neonatal cases.

This role is open due to growth and backfill, and leadership is intentionally selective. They're looking for a NICU leader who is steady, clinically grounded, and respected by staff.

Role Overview

• Oversees daily NICU operations in partnership with the Director
• Provides clinical leadership, staff support, and operational oversight
• Drives quality, safety, and performance improvement initiatives
• Supports and mentors nursing staff in a high-acuity NICU environment

Schedule Options

• Evenings: 3p–11p
• Nights: 11p–7a

Required Experience

• 2+ years of recent (within the last year) NICU leadership experience (Manager or Charge)
• BSN required
• Active Texas RN license or compact (TX license within 60 days if compact)
• BLS required

Compensation & Incentives

• Hourly Range: $45.79 – $60.09 (experience-based)
• Sign-On Bonus: $20,000
• Relocation assistance available (case by case)
• Full benefits package including strong retirement match, PTO, and education support