Assistant Nurse Director of the NICU—advance your nursing leadership career where exceptional neonatal care meets meaningful community impact! 🏥 This exciting opportunity invites an experienced neonatal nurse leader to join a respected, nonprofit acute care hospital in Northeastern Pennsylvania and help shape outstanding outcomes for newborns, families, and clinical teams.

The Assistant Nurse Director of the NICU will become part of a forward-thinking healthcare organization recognized for clinical excellence, patient-centered care, quality improvement, and strong community support. With advanced medical technology, evidence-based practices, ongoing investments in modern care delivery, and a commitment to professional development, this organization offers nurse leaders the resources and visibility needed to make a lasting difference.

The Assistant Nurse Director of the NICU will help lead a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit within a hospital providing comprehensive maternal and pediatric services. Caring for high-acuity, premature, and medically complex newborns, the NICU is integral to a robust Women's and Children's program and delivers specialized neonatal care, family education, and coordinated support throughout each infant's clinical journey.

Reporting to senior nursing leadership, the Assistant Nurse Director of the NICU will receive strong administrative and clinical support while overseeing daily operations, staff development, quality initiatives, regulatory readiness, patient safety, and performance improvement. This neonatal nursing leadership role collaborates with friendly, highly skilled nurses and a diverse interdisciplinary team of physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.

The Assistant Nurse Director of the NICU will enjoy life in Northeastern Pennsylvania, a welcoming region known for its affordable lifestyle, four-season beauty, and convenient access to both nature and culture. Residents can explore scenic state parks, hiking and biking trails, lakes, ski areas, live concerts, festivals, historic attractions, and a vibrant local dining scene featuring regional favorites and diverse cuisine—all within reach of major East Coast destinations.

The Assistant Nurse Director of the NICU can earn compensation of up to $140,000, complemented by a full suite of health and retirement benefits designed to support long-term personal and professional well-being. If you are ready to bring your neonatal expertise to a high-impact NICU leadership position, connect with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter today and let your next career chapter begin where the smallest patients inspire the biggest difference. ✨