Assistant Nurse Manager

Westchester Medical Center; Village of Suffern (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Westchester Medical Center is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) for Chemotherapy Infusion in our New York infusion center. This hybrid leadership role combines direct patient care with administrative responsibilities to support the Regional Director of Cancer Services.

You will oversee chemotherapy administration, clinical assessments, scheduling, staffing, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. A strong oncology nursing background and leadership experience are required.

Qualifications

• Three years of clinical nursing experience required.
• Two years of oncology nursing, including chemotherapy administration.
• Progressive leadership or charge nurse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers chemotherapy and related therapies per guidelines.
• Performs clinical assessments, education, venous access device management and emergency interventions.
• Triage patient calls, assess symptoms, coordinate timely care with providers.
• Coordinate prior authorizations for chemotherapy and infusion-related treatments with staff.
• Monitor adverse drug reactions and document per protocol.
• Mentor staff and reinforce best practices in oncology nursing.
• Coordinate daily infusion schedule, optimize chair use and staffing.
• Manage staff assignments, timecards and payroll according to HR policies.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training new staff.
• Address performance concerns and patient complaints with leadership.
• Facilitate communication between physicians, nursing, pharmacy and admin.
• Ensure safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in audits and quality improvement in oncology infusion care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical decision-making

Interpersonal communication

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

Master's degree preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Scheduling software

Job description

The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) for Chemotherapy Infusion is a Registered Nurse with specialized experience in oncology and infusion services. This hybrid leadership role includes direct patient care and administrative responsibilities. The ANM supports the Regional Director of Cancer Services in the daily operations of the infusion center, ensures high-quality, evidence-based oncology care, and provides leadership to clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Administers chemotherapy, biotherapy, supportive care infusions, and injections in compliance with ONS/ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy guidelines.
• Performs clinical assessments, patient education, venous access device management, and emergency interventions as needed.
• Triage patient phone calls, assess symptoms, and collaborate with providers to coordinate timely care.
• Coordinates and submit prior authorizations for chemotherapy and infusion-related treatments in collaboration with providers and staff.
• Monitors patients for adverse drug reactions and report/document per protocol.
• Serves as a clinical resource and mentor for staff, reinforcing best practices in oncology nursing.
• Coordinates daily infusion schedule, ensuring optimal chair utilization and staffing alignment.
• Manages staff assignments, timecards, and payroll processes in accordance with HR policies.
• Assists with hiring, onboarding, and training new staff, including temporary or float pool nurses.
• Addresses and resolve staff performance concerns, patient complaints, and operational challenges in collaboration with the Regional Director, Cancer Services and HR.
• Facilitates communication between physicians, nursing staff, pharmacy, and administrative departments.
• Ensures compliance with safety standards, infection control, regulatory requirements, and hospital policies.
• Participates in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and nursing competencies related to oncology infusion care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

Experience

A minimum of three years clinical experience required. 2 years of Oncology nursing experience, including chemotherapy administration required. Progressive leadership or charge nurse experience preferred.

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing required. Master's degree preferred.

Licenses / Certifications

Possession of a valid license and current registration, issued by the New York State Education Department, as a Registered Nurse. BLS and ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate required. OCN preferred.

Other

Strong leadership, clinical decision-making, interpersonal, and communication skills. Proficiency with EMR systems and scheduling software. Special Requirements: N/A