Interim Nurse Manager, Medical Oncology

Start date: ASAP. Location: Fredericksburg, VA.

About the role

Provide interim leadership for a 32-bed Medical Oncology and Palliative Care unit, overseeing daily operations, staffing, and clinical performance while maintaining safe, compassionate, patient-centered care. Lead a team of approximately 60 FTEs, supporting recruitment, onboarding, staff development, and retention while strengthening team engagement and building confidence among newer nurses and charge nurses. Improve patient experience and clinical outcomes by reinforcing fall prevention, quality standards, and consistent care practices in collaboration with Care Coordination, Social Work, Palliative Care, and Hospice teams. Guide the team through evolving workflows and technology implementations, including virtual nursing, scheduling enhancements, and AI-supported clinical documentation, promoting adoption and minimizing operational disruption. This leader must bring a visible, hands-on leadership style with oncology experience, strong coaching and mentoring skills, and high emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, staffing, and clinical performance of a 32-bed Medical Oncology and Palliative Care unit
• Lead and support a team of approximately 60 FTEs
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, staff development, and retention
• Strengthen team engagement and build confidence among newer nurses and charge nurses
• Reinforce fall prevention, quality standards, and consistent care practices
• Collaborate with Care Coordination, Social Work, Palliative Care, and Hospice teams
• Guide adoption of virtual nursing, scheduling enhancements, and AI-supported clinical documentation
• Provide visible, hands-on leadership with oncology expertise
• Coach and mentor staff with high emotional intelligence

Requirements

• BSN required; master’s degree preferred
• Active VA and/or compact RN license required
• Active BLS certification required
• Active ANCC certification preferred
• Oncology experience required
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and emotional intelligence skills
• Must be available to start within 2–3 weeks of acceptance

Pay

Compensation range: $160,000 to $170,000 annually. The final compensation rate will be determined based on experience, education, training, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with Fair Market Value evaluation. The listed base compensation range represents a good faith estimate of potential earnings at the time of this job posting and may be subject to future adjustments.

Benefits

As a B.E. Smith employee, you may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and a flexible spending account (benefits may vary based on role type and duration). B.E. Smith manages tax withholdings and pays the employer portion of FICA contributions. Interim positions include covered travel, accommodation, and work-related expenses, with bi-weekly trips home at the client's expense, plus a rental car and comfortable lodging. A compact nursing license allows registered nurses to work in any Nurse Licensure Compact state without separate state licenses.

Location

Fredericksburg, VA offers a charming historic downtown with boutiques, restaurants, and preserved colonial landmarks. Conveniently located between Richmond and Washington, D.C., providing easy access to major metropolitan amenities. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy nearby parks, trails, and the Rappahannock River for kayaking, hiking, and scenic views. The area features a vibrant arts and cultural scene, including galleries, theaters, and local events throughout the year. A welcoming community with a blend of small-town charm and modern conveniences.

About the company

AMN Healthcare strives to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.