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ALOIS Healthcare

Director of Nursing (Austin)

ALOIS Healthcare, Austin, Texas, United States, 78716

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Job Title:

NICU Director

Level III Location:

Austin, TX Shift:

Variable, 07:0017:00 (MF, standard leadership hours)

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled

NICU Director

to lead our Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Austin, TX. This role ensures the delivery of

high-quality, patient-centered care

through strategic oversight of unit operations, staffing, and clinical practice. You will foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence, guiding evidence-based practices to enhance

patient safety, quality outcomes, and operational efficiency .

Key Responsibilities: Provide leadership and direction for NICU nursing practice and unit operations. Oversee staffing, volume forecasting, patient throughput, and admission/discharge planning. Develop, implement, and monitor policies, procedures, and nursing standards to meet patient and family needs. Promote interdisciplinary communication and collaboration across departments. Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency, effectiveness, and cost management. Support the professional development of nursing staff and maintain a culture of accountability and transparency. Qualifications: Bachelors Degree required (BSN preferred; Masters preferred). Current RN license in practicing state(s) or active compact license. Minimum 3 years of NICU Director leadership experience . Minimum 3 years of healthcare experience . Certifications preferred: BLS, ACLS, NRP, FHM, RNC-OB.

Unit Details: Level III NICU

with 99 beds under your oversight. FTE: 150 staff with 2 managers. Patient-to-nurse ratio: 2:1 or 3:1. Daily census: ~75 patients. Staff shifts: 12-hour rotations. Call required: Rotates with 2 managers.

Why Join Us: Opportunity to lead a high-volume, Level III NICU in a collaborative and innovative environment. Shape policies and practices that directly impact

patient care quality and staff development . Join a team committed to

excellence in neonatal care and patient experience .