OVERVIEW

The Clinical Resource Leader (CRL) – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) provides expert leadership in neonatal nursing practice, education, and quality improvement within Level II/III neonatal intensive care. The role advances clinical excellence through the design, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based education and practice supports that enable staff to deliver safe, high-quality, family-integrated neonatal care.

The CRL holds a dual-reporting relationship to ensure strong integration between NICU program priorities and hospital-wide nursing practice and education standards. In partnership with the Director, Maternal / Newborn / Child, the CRL supports NICU-specific practice, quality, and operational priorities. In partnership with the Director, Nursing Practice & Education, the CRL ensures alignment with nursing standards, education frameworks, competency expectations, and evidence-informed practice across the organization.