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

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