Manager Oncology & Infusion

Description The Oncology Nurse Manager will collaborate with senior leadership and clinical colleagues to build an Oncology program at Huggins Hospital. This role will be responsible for the day to day management of safe, compassionate oncology care for our community. Job Details The Oncology Nurse Manager will collaborate with senior leadership and clinical colleagues to build an Oncology program at Huggins Hospital. This role will be responsible for the day to day management of safe, compassionate oncology care for our community. Responsibilities Manages and supports the day to day operations of Oncology Services. Develops and Manages efficient patient flow in Oncology clinic and infusion services. Works alongside Oncology Medical Director to provide patient centered care. Supervises all nurses and support staff including but not limited to Registered Nurses, Patient Care Assistants and Technicians Health Unit Coordinator sand related clerical staff. Oversees the preparation of schedules. Adjusts according to patient flow. Accurately forecasts and manages budget for the unit and ensures that any expenditures are within the budget. Knowledge of related benchmarks such as Paid hour per patient day and Worked hour per patient day. Develops programs which address continuous quality improvement, system enhancement, streamlined processes, patience experience and overall nurse performance. Ensures compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements specific to the unit supervised. Ensures that the highest quality nursing care is provided to patients and their families. Develops and manages partnerships with clinicians, physicians and administrative counterparts to achieve common goals. Promotes integration of multidisciplinary work groups. Manages recruitment, performance, team member engagement and retention activities of assigned staff. Oversees patient and family navigation of the Oncology care process. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the primary functions of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation, using some combination of skills and abilities and possess the necessary physical requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation, to safely perform the essential functions of the job. Minimal physical effort required with occasional light lifting to a maximum of 25 pounds; stooping; and pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers Ability to effectively manage considerable mental stress Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and convey information in a clear, concise and accurate manner Familiarity with computer and other business machines Organizational Expectations Attendance: Attendance is an essential job function; employee comes to work daily, on time, and completes scheduled shift HIPAA: facilitates to maintain patient confidentiality Internal communication: contributes to positive team performance and a culture of service excellence through effective communication, active listening, and respect Interpersonal relationships: maintains appropriate interpersonal relationships with staff, patients, and visitors at all times. Works as a team member with other departments. Safety: Practices workplace safety daily Employee Engagement Actively participates in all hospital Service Excellence initiatives and trainings Attends and participates in a minimum of 50% department staff meetings and signs off on review of 100% department staff meeting minutes Completes all required annual education on or before the due date Leadership Capabilities Budget management: prepares department budget Decisiveness: displays an appropriate bias for action, mindful problem definition and calculated risks, determines when data is sufficient for decision-making and moves forward, seeks “win-win” outcomes Leading others: has a plan and clear expectations. Involves and delegates appropriately. Holds associates accountable and confronts problem behavior or unsatisfactory performance promptly and fairly. Assures that recognition and rewards are linked to quality actions Managing relationships: maintains constructive “key stakeholder” relationships; confronts issues without alienating others; uses collegial approach, and positive personal influence to achieve cooperation Operational plan: demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to develop and implement operational plan Results-oriented: demonstrates perseverance and focus in the face of obstacles; takes responsibility and moves forward; is timely and comprehensive in follow-through and achievement Style flexibility: can be both firm and compassionate; can lead and let others lead; is self-confident, but demonstrates appropriate humility; aware of personal impact and effectively adapts to different circumstances Completes all annual evaluations on or before the due date Qualifications Active RN license Certifications: BLS required, ACLS required, OCN required within 1 year Experience in Oncology Leadership BSN required, MSN preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr Huggins Hospital