Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, plans, directs, organizes, coordinates, and evaluates overall clinical and administrative activities of an assigned nursing unit. In the absence of the Nurse Manager, assumes ultimate responsibility for staff oversight and the care of patients on a nursing unit. Supervises, evaluates, guides and counsels nursing staff in their work performance. Ensures that staffing patterns provide optimal delivery of nursing service. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of nursing theory and practice and principles, methods and techniques involved in providing nursing care, familiarity with organization and function of departments, policies, procedures and regulations and knowledge of principles of leadership and management. Assists in meeting the educational needs of the staff. National certification in Nursing or Healthcare related speciality preferred.
Education
Bachelor's Degree Nursing Required
Other Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Required
Master's Degree Nursing or related health care field Preferred or
Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree Required
Experience
3-5 years of oncology nursing experience and 1-2 years of supervisory or leadership experience, preferably in an ambulatory setting. Oncology Certification(OCN) is preferred. Candidate should demonstrate expertise in ambulatory oncology operations, infusion services, chemotherapy administration, multidisciplinary care coordination and oncology quality improvement initiatives, with a commitment to fostering a culture of excellence, patient safety, and continuous improvement
Licenses
Basic Life Support Required
PA Registered Nurse License Required
Multi State Compact RN License Required Or
