Clinical Nurse Manager

American Oncology Partners, PA; United States; On-site; USD 73,486 - 144,248; Full time

Job summary

American Oncology Partners, PA is seeking an Oncology Nurse to manage clinical operations and oversee staff. The ideal candidate will possess an unencumbered RN license and a degree in Nursing. Key responsibilities include staff training, managing workflows, and ensuring compliance with healthcare laws.

The role requires five years of healthcare experience and leadership qualities to create a positive work environment. A certification in oncology nursing is also mandatory for applicants.

Qualifications

• Unencumbered RN license in the state of employment.
• Five years of healthcare experience in a clinic or hospital setting.
• Three years of management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain oncology nursing knowledge and manage clinical operations.
• Train staff, manage daily workflow, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Distribute educational resources and ensure adherence to JBIs.
• Enforce legal and company policies.
• Communicate policy changes and maintain positive relationships.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Effective communication

Customer focus

Leadership

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Oncology Nurse certification (OCN)

Current CPR certification

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

Location: Vista Oncology
Pay Range: $73,486.40 - $144,248.00

Key Responsibilities

• KPA 1 – Clinical Knowledge: Maintains oncology nursing knowledge, manages clinical operations, liaises with Office Manager, communicates with external entities, supports clinical trials, oversees chemotherapy and special procedures, ensures compliance with drug preparation and medication dispensing, coordinates purchasing, participates in CNM meetings, collaborates with R-DON and Occupational Health.
• KPA 2 – Leadership: Trains staff, manages daily workflow, schedules nurses, medical assistants, lab and pharmacy technicians, leads staff meetings, participates in hiring, orients new hires, conducts performance evaluations, provides coaching, handles disciplinary documentation, approves time‑off requests, and submits timesheets.
• KPA 3 – Education and SOPs: Distributes educational resources, reviews clinical activities, directs staff to teach patient education, assembles patient education packets, maintains oncology nurse certification, ensures adherence to JBIs.
• KPA 4 – Compliance and SOPs: Protects patient and employee confidentiality, enforces legal and company policies, and administers disciplinary action when required.
• KPA 5 – Communication and Customer Service: Communicates policy changes to the clinical team, remains current on oncology updates, maintains positive relationships with company employees, and promotes a cooperative work environment.

Qualifications

• Unencumbered RN license in the state of employment (multi‑state licensure acceptable).
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Oncology Nurse certification (OCN) required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid state Driver’s License (travel to satellite offices and off‑site meetings).
• Compliance with driver safety operations and motor vehicle records check policy.
• Five (5) years of healthcare experience in a clinic or hospital setting.
• Three (3) years of management experience preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Valid drive record and ability to travel less than 25% of standard work days.

Core Capabilities

• Critical thinking, problem solving, decision making, and organizational skills.
• Interpersonal effectiveness, emotional intelligence, conflict management, and diplomacy.
• Effective communication: oral, written, and presentation skills; active listening; balanced feedback.
• Customer focus and building a culture of quality and operational excellence.
• Self‑management, time prioritization, and stress management.
• Leadership and mentoring: facilitation, coaching, motivation, and project management.
• Human Resources management: hiring, coaching, performance management, and employee relations.

Work Schedule

Standard core workdays/hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM.