Job Description
Avant Tech is actively recruiting a skilled Nursing Department Manager for a prestigious Level III NICU in a Magnet‑recognized, CCS‑certified hospital in Los Angeles. This is an evening shift role (approx 12 pm–8:30 pm) overseeing a 49‑bed NICU, offering excellent compensation and bonus opportunities.
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity:
- Join a facility known for nursing excellence and neonatal care quality
- Lead a high-volume NICU with supportive leadership culture
- Competitive total compensation: USD $183,000–$244,000 base + 10 % sign‑on bonus and up to 15 % annual bonus
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead evening operations in the Level III NICU (49 beds)
- Oversee patient care delivery, staffing, scheduling, and clinical performance
- Ensure compliance with Magnet standards, CCS requirements, and nursing best practices
- Mentor, coach, and evaluate the nursing team
- Partner with physicians, unit leadership, and clinical educators
- Address safety, quality, and patient experience goals on shift
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven ability to lead and develop clinical teams
- Strong understanding of neonatal nursing quality metrics
- Excellent communication and interprofessional collaboration skills
- Commitment to continuous nursing improvement and patient care excellence
Requirements
- Current RN license in California
- 5+ years NICU clinical nursing experience , including 3+ years in NICU leadership/management
- BSN or MSN , graduate of accredited nursing school
- RNC‑NIC certification and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Experience managing in a Level III NICU environment
Benefits
- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement)
- Relocation assistance available for ideal candidates
- No travel required
Job Tags
Full time, Relocation package, Shift work, Afternoon shift,