RN Supervisor – NICU & Pediatrics

HealthCare Recruiters International; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 246,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

CalPERS pension

Paid time off

Deferred compensation

Life & disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness programs

Job summary

HealthCare Recruiters International in Salinas, California, seeks an experienced RN Supervisor to oversee NICU and Pediatric departments. This leadership role focuses on patient safety, staff development, and collaborative care with physicians to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The position is full-time with a Monday–Friday schedule (eight-hour days) and optional four 10-hour shifts. Salary ranges from $180,149 to $246,043 annually, with relocation support up to $10,000 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• BSN degree required.
• Minimum 3 years NICU and/or Pediatric RN experience.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing leadership or supervisory experience.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
• At least 1 year of pediatric clinical experience per CCS requirements.
• Experience with staffing, scheduling, and performance management.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to patient safety and family-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Clinical and operational oversight of NICU and Pediatric departments.
• Nursing staff supervision, mentoring, and development.
• Staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Patient safety, clinical outcomes, and quality improvement.
• Clinical rounds and patient care coordination.
• Nursing documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Staff education and competency development.
• Performance evaluations and employee relations.
• Physician and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• CCS compliance and reporting.

Skills

NICU experience

Pediatrics experience

Leadership

Staffing & scheduling

Communication

Patient safety

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Education & training

CCS requirements

Education

BSN

Job description

RN Supervisor – NICU & Pediatrics
Full-Time, Permanent
Monday–Friday, 8-hour day shifts; four 10-hour shifts optional
$180,149–$246,043 Annually ($86.61–$118.29 Hourly)
Excellent Benefits
Relocation Assistance up to $10K
Salinas, CA

HealthCare Recruiters International (HCRI) is seeking an experienced RN Supervisor to oversee both the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Department for a respected healthcare organization in Salinas, California. This is an excellent nursing leadership opportunity for a dedicated professional passionate about neonatal and pediatric care, patient safety, and staff development.

RN Supervisor – NICU & Pediatrics | Department Overview

• NICU: 14 beds, expandable to 16
• NICU Staffing: Approximately 24 FTEs
• Pediatrics: 12 beds, average daily census of 2
• Pediatric Staffing: Approximately 9 FTEs
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour day shifts
• Alternative Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts considered
• After-Hours Calls: Approximately 3–5 weekly, primarily staffing-related
• On-Call: Phone coverage, no routine onsite reporting
• Callback Pay: Additional compensation per applicable MOU

RN Supervisor – NICU & Pediatrics | Responsibilities

• Clinical and operational oversight of both NICU and Pediatric departments
• Nursing staff supervision, mentoring, and development
• Staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Patient safety, clinical outcomes, and quality improvement
• Clinical rounds and patient care coordination
• Nursing documentation and regulatory compliance
• Staff education and competency development
• Performance evaluations and employee relations
• Physician and interdisciplinary collaboration
• California Children's Services (CCS) compliance

RN Supervisor – NICU & Pediatrics | Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Minimum 3 years of NICU and/or Pediatric RN experience
• Minimum 1 year of nursing leadership or supervisory experience
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience
• At least 1 year of pediatric clinical experience per CCS requirements
• Experience with staffing, scheduling, and performance management
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Commitment to patient safety and family-centered care

RN Supervisor – NICU & Pediatrics | Licensure & Certifications

• Active California RN license
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification through AAP/AHA
• National Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing certification, such as NCC
• Ability to meet California Children's Services (CCS) requirements

RN Supervisor – NICU & Pediatrics | Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $180,149–$246,043 annually
• Hourly Equivalent: $86.61–$118.29
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• CalPERS Pension Retirement
• Paid Time Off
• Deferred Compensation
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Wellness & Assistance Programs