Is it weird to approach a manager about a job position?

[Sweetpea04, BSN]

Hey guys,

I have 3 years experience in adult oncology. I worked in the NICU for 7 months, but had to quit due to some issues I was having in my life at the time. 
 

I'm very eager to work in a pediatric setting or NICU once again. 
 

I have 2 jobs, one is per diem. My per diem job is attached to a children's hospital that has a NICU that is actively hiring.

My partner recently gave me advice on literally walking to the NICU, and introducing myself to the manager there on the unit. I can do this on my lunch break.
 

however, the area is very guarded up and secured and I worry about having access to it. I work in a different building, same hospital. I also worry about how ethical it is do this. 
 

should I just apply online and hope to hear back? Or go in person and introduce myself to their manager?

 

any advice appreciated on landing a job in the NICU!

 

 

[mmc51264, BSN, MSN, RN]

Maybe you can make an appt with the manager so that you can have the manager let you in.

[FolksBtrippin, BSN, RN]

I am all for going to the manager in person, and I think if you can get someone mutual to introduce you, that's even better