Level III NICU RN Director
Title: NICU Director – Level III RN – Austin, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Standard Leadership Hours (No Weekends)
Compensation: Up to $173,000 annually based on experience
Bonus: Performance Bonus Eligible
Sign-On: Up to $20,000
Relocation: Available
Overview
We are seeking a NICU Director (Level III) to lead a 99-bed neonatal intensive care unit in Austin, TX. This role oversees 150 FTEs with 2 managers, supporting a daily census of 75. The NICU provides advanced care for premature and critically ill newborns, maintaining nurse-to-patient ratios of 2–3:1.
Responsibilities
Direct operations for a Level III NICU, ensuring safe and high-quality patient care.
Lead, mentor, and develop nursing managers and frontline staff.
Oversee staffing, resource allocation, and unit budgets.
Support evidence-based practice, compliance, and patient throughput.
Collaborate with hospital leadership, physicians, and families to sustain excellent outcomes.
Rotate call responsibilities with two managers.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; BSN or Master’s preferred.
Current RN license in Texas or Compact state.
BLS required; ACLS preferred.
NRP, FHM, and/or RNC-OB certifications preferred.
Minimum 3 years of healthcare leadership experience.
Minimum 3 years as a NICU Director in a Level III or higher setting required.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary up to $173K plus performance bonus.
$20K sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
Full medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Tuition reimbursement and certification support.
Paid leave, adoption benefits, and employee assistance programs.
NICU Director job in Austin, TX. Earn up to $173K plus bonus, sign-on, and relocation while leading a 99-bed Level III NICU.
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