Unit Supervisor RN BSN

Unit Supervisor (RN, BSN) – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Bronson Methodist Hospital – Full‑Time Nights / Variable

Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient, and driven by positivity. If you’re ready for a rewarding leadership role in a high‑acuity NICU environment, we’d love to meet you.

Role Summary

The Unit Supervisor (Unit Coordinator) provides day‑to‑day clinical leadership and operational support for the NICU. This role serves as a mentor, coach, and resource to staff, ensuring high‑quality patient care, strong teamwork, and consistent adherence to unit standards. The supervisor partners closely with the manager/director on staffing, performance development, hiring, and process improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience
• Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing with the State of Michigan
• Department‑specific certifications as required (BLS, ACLS, PALS, etc.)
• Advanced nursing certification preferred
• Leadership experience (formal or informal) preferred

Key Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities
• Effective conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
• Independent decision‑making and accountability
• Ability to analyze and organize data
• Proficiency with relevant software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Ability to interpret regulatory standards and assess organizational impact

Primary Responsibilities

Clinical & Operational Leadership

• Serve as daily clinical liaison for staff, physicians, and management.
• Maintain a safe environment of care and ensure quality standards are met.
• Act as first responder for clinical issues and service recovery.
• Provide guidance on departmental processes and job performance.

Staffing & Scheduling

• Coordinate daily staffing assignments and adjust coverage based on volume and call‑ins.
• Support development of staffing plans and budget alignment.
• Approve/deny PTO and communicate scheduling updates.
• Facilitate staff participation in committees and meetings.

Team Development & Performance

• Mentor, coach, and support staff in professional growth.
• Provide real‑time performance feedback and collaborate on development plans.
• Participate in evaluations, discipline processes, and peer review input.
• Assist with recruitment, interviewing, and retention efforts.

Unit Governance & Communication

• Co‑lead shared governance activities and mentor staff leaders.
• Facilitate charge nurse and unit meetings.
• Maintain knowledge of policies, procedures, and standards; contribute to updates.

Quality & Compliance

• Conduct and support audits for accreditation, regulatory requirements, and organizational standards.
• Evaluate quality and appropriateness of care.
• Implement and monitor new processes to improve patient outcomes and team efficiency.

Additional Notes

• Some Unit Coordinators may support multiple locations.
• Labor & Delivery and Mother/Baby/Antepartum roles require Electronic Fetal Monitoring certification within 6 months of completing intermediate fetal monitoring.