City of Hope will be opening our second academic hospital on the Irvine Campus - the only specialty cancer hospital in the area - completing the continuum of care in Orange County and we are seeking a
Nurse Manager to ensure efficient operations for our Medical Surgical, Surgical Oncology Unit.
The Nurse Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a 20-bed Medical Surgical Unit, ensuring high quality of care for patients within the unit on a 7-day/week, 24-hour basis in collaboration with the Director, Nursing. The Nurse Manager position requires in-depth productivity management, communication, teaching/leaning principles, nursing practice, and the ability to apply nursing theories. This role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, optimizing patient care delivery, and fostering a culture of safety and excellence across the enterprise to achieve excellent patient outcomes and a workplace of choice.
As a successful candidate, you will:- Lead and manage the nursing staff in the Medical Surgical Oncology Unit, providing direction, mentorship, and support to the team.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations, identify professional development opportunities, and ensure staff are adequately trained.
- Ensuring high-quality, evidence-based patient care is delivered in a timely and compassionate manner.
- Oversee patient assessments, care planning, and interventions for individuals admitted with a range of medical and surgical conditions.
- Advocate for patients and families by providing education on treatments, potential side effects, and disease management.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulations, including patient safety and infection control.
- Participate in budget planning and financial management, ensuring cost-effective care delivery while maintaining quality standards.
- Ensure proper inventory management, ordering of medical supplies, and equipment maintenance.
- Serve as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, social workers, and other multidisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Facilitate regular team meetings to discuss patient care issues, staff concerns, and department goals.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with patients, families, and other departments.
- Implement evidence-based practices, guidelines, and protocols to enhance patient outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies, including The Joint Commission and other accrediting organizations.
- Support staff in maintaining certifications and continuing education to promote professional development.
- Development and implement educational programs for nursing staff on hematology-specific care, new treatments, and procedures.
Your qualifications should include: - Bachelor's degree or master's degree in nursing is required.
- 3 years of experience in an area of expertise relevant to the department with demonstrated progressive leadership growth.
- Current California Registered Nurse license
- Current BLS from the American Heart Association
- Current ACLS from the American Heart Association
- Relevant experience with oncology, chemotherapy administration background
- ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy certification or obtained within 6 months of hire.
- National Certification (must be obtained within 12 months of hire or transfer) OCN or BMTCN preferred.
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