Westover Hills Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This role sits within a large, faith-inspired health system with more than 120 years of community presence, encompassing six full-service hospitals, a specialized children's hospital, and a comprehensive cancer care network. The NICU RN will deliver direct patient care under minimal supervision, matched to patient acuity and nurse competency, within a system that actively invests in professional development and long-term career growth.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Continuing education opportunities and structured career development pathways
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare support, and auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- NICU setting within Westover Hills Baptist Hospital, part of a system that includes a dedicated children's hospital with a pediatric emergency unit
- Patient assignments matched to individual nurse competencies, supporting safe, high-quality neonatal care
- Practice under minimal supervision with autonomy appropriate to demonstrated clinical skill level
- System-wide resources include imaging centers, ambulatory services, a comprehensive cancer care network, and fitness and rehabilitation centers
- Affiliation with the Baptist School of Health Professions, supporting ongoing clinical education and workforce development
- Large regional health system with six full-service hospitals and a physician network, providing robust subspecialty consultation and referral infrastructure
- Structured orientation period with competency milestones and defined certification timelines
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Active Texas State Registered Nurse license required at time of hire
- Minimum two years of acute care nursing experience preferred; background in med/surg, telemetry, or ICU is advantageous
- Active AHA or ARC Healthcare Provider BLS required at hire; AHA Healthcare Provider BLS must be obtained within 60 days of hire
- AHA Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into the NICU role
- S.T.A.B.L.E. certification (Level 2 Nursery) required — proof of prior completion accepted, or must be obtained within 6 months of hire or transfer; renewal not required
About the Community
San Antonio is one of the largest and most culturally vibrant cities in Texas, offering a low cost of living relative to other major metros, a warm climate, and a rich blend of history, arts, and outdoor recreation. The city is home to the iconic River Walk, world-class dining, and major professional and collegiate sports, alongside highly regarded public and private school options. Its central Texas location provides easy access to the Texas Hill Country, Austin, and the Gulf Coast, making it an appealing destination for clinicians seeking an urban lifestyle with genuine community character.