ONCOLOGY NURSE MANAGER - CANCER CENTER

About the role

The Oncology Nurse Manager will plan, direct, and oversee all aspects of nursing care delivery for the Oncology service line, under direction. The Oncology Nurse Manager will oversee nursing operations and provision of patient care services including nursing care infusion center and oncology clinics, as well as serves as a consultant for in-patient oncology nursing needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the for safe administration of blood products, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy for patients.
• Establishes collaborative partnership with physician and administrative site leadership to achieve system goals and objectives for the unit.
• Develops clinical standards of care in assigned area.
• Affords assistance in delivering patient care and quality improvement.
• Organizes and assists staff to promote the rapid response to change in case flow and medical emergencies.
• Develops and implement an effective Cancer Care program including establishment of patient care standards and design of documentation and training/development tools.
• Ensures that all practice Provider and ancillary encounters are billed accurately and within established timeframe.
• Audits staff productivity and establishes benchmarks to create a performance pathway to success.
• Safeguards appropriate patient education and engagement strategies.
• Maintains environment of care in accordance with regulatory and licensing standards.
• Responsible for ensuring that offices and public areas of the practices are clean and in order.
• Conducts Rounds with Environmental Service and Facilities staff to identify deficiencies and to develop corrective action plans.
• Safeguards appropriate levels of supplies are stocked in clinical areas as required.
• Ensures that equipment is in good working order or tagged if not working.
• Assists as required with new patient initiatives.
• Maintains and approves schedules for clinical and support staff based on patient care need and to ensure adequate staffing daily.
• Approves payroll.
• Ensures compliance with: HIPAA, emergency, and disaster preparedness communication, MSDS (global harmonized system), sexual harassment, universal precautions, confidentiality, security and privacy; annual staff training and documentation requirements.
• Follows downtime procedures for all defined emergency codes at site (computer downtime, electrical, fire, etc.).
• Makes sure Risk Management, Corporate Compliance and Quality Management policies are being followed.
• Has a matrix reporting relationship with Cancer Center leadership and the Nursing Director, Ambulatory Specialty Care-Clinical Practice.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

  Requirements

  • Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois (Must provide proof at time of interview)
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited college or university (Must provide transcripts at time of interview).
  • Three (3) years of full-time Nursing experience in an acute care setting with at least two (2)years of experience in hematology and oncology required.
  • One (1) year of full-time hematology and oncology experience as a Nurse Lead, Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, Assistant Nurse Manager, and/or Nurse Manager over chemo infusion center with one (1) year of experience in ambulatory clinic required.
  • Current certification in one of the following areas: Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), Advanced Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS), Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification, or Bone Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (BMCTN) (Must provide proof at time of interview).
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Must provide proof at time of interview).
  • Must be able to work flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends required.

    Qualifications

    • Master’s degree in Nursing, Business or Healthcare Administration from an accredited college or university preferred.
    • Five (5) years of clinical practice experience preferred.
    • Previous work experience in a union environment preferred.
    • Certification in Pain Management preferred.
    • Bilingual preferred.

    Skills

    • Thorough knowledge of management principles and practices.
    • Knowledge of business operations and experience leading project teams.
    • Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to ensure the protection of the confidentiality and security of healthcare information for all patients.
    • Utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook).
    • Excellent management and leadership skills.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with Skilled in time management as it relates to situations that have competing priorities.
    • Ability to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple complex projects.
    • Ability to assign, prioritize, review and evaluate the work of a variety of employees, including internal employees, vendors, consultants, and combinations thereof.
    • Ability to calculate budget estimates necessary to evaluate costs.
    • Ability to train by presenting concepts and demonstrating tasks.
    • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment.
    • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged.

    Physical and Environmental Demands

    • This position is functioning within a healthcare environment.
    • The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements.

    Benefits

    • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
    • Basic Term Life Insurance
    • Pension Plan
    • Deferred Compensation Program
    • Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
    • You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)