Assistant Nurse Manager

Temple University Hospital; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple University Hospital seeks an experienced nursing leader to oversee an oncology unit under the Nurse Manager. You will direct clinical and administrative activities, supervise staff and ensure optimal staffing for quality patient care.

A strong background in ambulatory oncology operations and infusion services is essential. Required is a Bachelor's in Nursing with 3–5 years oncology experience; 1–2 years supervisory experience; Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of oncology nursing experience.
• 1–2 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Oncology Certification (OCN) preferred.
• Familiarity with ambulatory oncology operations, infusion services, chemotherapy administration, multidisciplinary care coordination and oncology quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, organizes, coordinates and evaluates clinical and administrative activities of an assigned nursing unit.
• In the absence of the Nurse Manager, assumes responsibility for staff oversight and patient care on the unit.
• Supervises, evaluates, guides and counsels nursing staff to ensure optimal delivery of nursing service.
• Supports staff education and fosters a culture of excellence, patient safety and continuous improvement.

Education

Bachelor's Degree Nursing

Master's Degree Nursing or related health care field

Job description

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

Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, Exempt

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