PICU Inpatient Nursing Manager – Lead Care & Team

Texas Children's Hospital

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston seeks a Manager of Inpatient Nursing - PICU to lead clinical and staffing operations, ensuring high-quality, family-centered care for critically ill children. You will maintain shift accountability, support the Assistant Clinical Director, and drive unit goals while partnering with physicians, families, and the broader health care team.

The role requires BSN, Texas RN license, BLS, and leadership experience in pediatric critical care; a strong focus on

Qualifications

BSN required and RN licensure in Texas or compact
BLS certification required by AHA
Leadership/specialty certification preferred (within 1 year)
Minimum 2 years nursing experience
Pediatric critical care experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain clinical competency across physiologic, psychosocial, and developmental needs.
Monitor patient throughput to ensure safe, quality, efficient care.
Collaborate with care team to achieve outcomes and coordinate across the continuum.
Address HR issues; coach and develop nursing staff to ensure high-quality care.
Monitor staffing and resources to meet patient care needs.
Support unit goals and communicate the organization’s strategic plan to staff.
Participate in unit quality initiatives to monitor nursing outcomes.