NICU Nurse Manager
Denver, Colorado
Saint Joseph Hospital

RN NICU Nurse Manager

Location: Denver, Colorado
Employment Type: Clinical Nursing
Shift: Day (8 hours per day, 40 hours per week)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Oversee the clinical nursing environment in the NICU, including strategic planning, daily operations, and standards of care.
• Facilitate collaborative problem-solving and shared decision-making.
• Advocate for resources and implement organizational vision and values.
• Manage budgets, employee engagement, recruitment, retention, and competency verification.
• Partner with physicians to achieve clinical, operational, and service goals.
• Support activities of student nurses and encourage staff participation in community health initiatives.
• Monitor and improve patient satisfaction using service metrics and national benchmarks.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to see, read, and assess patient needs and equipment.
• Frequent verbal communication and quick response to alarms and emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity for handling complex equipment and frequent computer use.
• Ability to lift, transfer, and assist patients, including handling heavy items and navigating busy environments.
• Capability to stand for extended periods and assist with patient transport.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Colorado.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers.
• Demonstrated resource management skills.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Financial acumen and resource management skills.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care.
• Ability to mentor staff and foster professional development.
• Experience promoting employee engagement and professionalism.
• Community outreach involvement, supporting volunteer health clinics and health fairs.
• Ability to facilitate collaborative decision-making and uphold professional independence.

Additional Information

• Typical work schedule can accommodate four 10-hour shifts if needed.