Primary City/State:

Tucson, Arizona

Department Name:

M/S MOSU Onc/Hem/BMT T2 D6W

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Nursing

We are seeking a dynamic and mission-drivenAssociate Director RN of Pediatric Oncology & Hematologyto join our frontline leadership team. This is an exempt, frontline leadership position, primarily scheduledMonday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, with flexibility as unit needs require. In this role, you will provide strategic and operational oversight of the Pediatric Oncology and Hematology unit, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and team excellence. You will partner closely with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure outstanding outcomes for our youngest and most vulnerable patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Unit Management– Oversee day-to-day operations of the Pediatric Oncology & Hematology unit, ensuring efficient, high-quality, and safe patient care delivery

• Staffing & Workforce Planning– Manage staffing models, scheduling, recruitment, and retention strategies to maintain optimal unit performance

• Quality & Safety– Champion quality improvement initiatives, monitor key performance indicators, and lead efforts to maintain and exceed regulatory and accreditation standards

• Behavioral Standards & Team Culture– Model and reinforce Banner Health's values and professional behaviors; cultivate a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team environment

• Staff Development– Support ongoing education, professional growth, and engagement of all unit team members

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration– Partner with physicians, advanced practice providers, social workers, child life specialists, and other care team members to deliver holistic, coordinated care

• Strategic Leadership– Contribute to departmental and organizational goals, participating in committees, councils, and Magnet-related initiatives

POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides managerial and clinical support to patients and staff. Uses depth and breadth of clinical management knowledge to ensure the provision of high quality, safe, and cost effective patient care. Demonstrates clinical expertise and oversees the leadership of clinical, financial, and personnel management of the assigned areas.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Manages and facilitates patient centered nursing care for designated patient populations by serving as a real-time clinical expert for unit staff and physicians for escalated problem-solving on patients, processes, and family issues. Manages the operations of the unit to ensure smooth and efficient patient care management and resource utilization.

2. Leads change by developing, implementing and evaluating quality and process improvement initiatives of the department in conjunction with the director. Seeks and utilizes input from staff and oversees change implementation. Ensures compliance with appropriate regulatory agencies.

3. Facilitates communication of system, regional, facility and department initiatives.

4. Manages and develops the operational and capital budgets and use of associated resources.

5. Assures the development of staff leadership through the design of effective shared leadership models and supports career advancement opportunities. Functions as a role model and encourages staff to participate in their own development.

6. Responsible for selection, orientation, on-boarding, and retention. Demonstrates leadership through coaching, performance evaluations, corrective actions, and development opportunities to create a culture of learning.

7. Manages large single unit or multiple clinical units to ensure excellent patient care. Actively develops leadership of entry level nurse manager(s) while leading clinical improvement initiatives. Internal customers include patients, staff, and physicians. External customers include patient family.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

BSN or MSN required for all new hires. BSN required for internal transfers/promotions within 6 months of transfer/promotion.

Requires a current RN license in state of practice. Requires BLS certification.

Must possess a strong knowledge and understanding of clinical care management as normally demonstrated through two years of clinical management experience relevant to patient population. Demonstrates knowledge and skills of specialty area. Requires critical thinking, communication, influence, decision-making, analytical, and flexibility skills to make optimal decisions based on multiple variables and desired outcomes. Must have the ability to practice skills according to department and professional standards and quality requirements. In LTC setting: Requires familiarity with Alzheimer’s disease and developmental disabilities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in nursing preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.