Clinical Nurse Manager - Medical Oncology

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 77,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health’s Exeter Hospital Cancer Care Center seeks an Oncology Clinical Manager to lead a designated patient care area, partnering with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality, patient-centered oncology care and staff development. This full‑time role schedule Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

requires 3–5 years oncology experience, BSN, RN license (NH or Compact), and demonstrated leadership.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years oncology clinical experience
• BSN required
• OCN preferred or within one year
• Current RN license in New Hampshire or another Compact State
• Demonstrated leadership with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to patient safety, staff engagement, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership—Directs and coordinates daily departmental operations and ensures continuity of care.
• Human Resource Management—Recruitment, performance evaluation, coaching, and staff development.
• Clinical Practice & Standards—Develops and evaluates standards of care for the oncology population.
• Fiscal & Resource Management—Contributes to budgeting and resource planning.
• Education & Staff Development—Supports onboarding and ongoing education for nursing staff.
• Organizational Engagement—Participates in committees and quality improvement initiatives.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical leadership

Education

BSN

OCN certification preferred

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

At Exeter Hospital’s Michael & Jeanne Falzone Center for Cancer Care, we are committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered cancer care through a highly collaborative team of oncology professionals. In partnership with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), we deliver comprehensive inpatient and outpatient oncology services, ensuring patients have seamless access to advanced treatments, specialized expertise, clinical research, and supportive care throughout every stage of their cancer journey. Accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, our Center for Cancer Care upholds the highest standards of quality, safety, and patient outcomes while fostering a compassionate and supportive environment for patients, families, and staff.

Job Description

Schedule:

Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

The Oncology Clinical Manager provides leadership and oversight for a designated patient care area within the Center for Cancer Care. Reporting to the Director, this role is responsible for the daily clinical, operational, and personnel management of the department. The Clinical Manager partners with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered oncology care while supporting staff engagement, professional development, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. This leadership role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of oncology patients while guiding and developing a dedicated team of healthcare professionals.

• 3-5 years of Oncology clinical experience.
• BSN required
• OCN preferred or within one year
• Current RN license in New Hampshire or another Compact State.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to patient safety, staff engagement, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership - Directs and coordinates daily departmental operations in alignment with the organization’s mission, vision, and values. Identifies operational challenges (e.g., staffing, throughput, resource allocation) and initiates timely corrective actions. Assumes responsibility for the management of the patient care area during assigned shifts and in the absence of the Manager/Director to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes. Mediates and resolves issues involving patients, families, staff, and other departments as needed.
• Human Resource Management - Partners with the Manager/Director in all aspects of personnel management, including recruitment, hiring, performance evaluation, coaching, corrective action, and termination. Promotes a positive work environment through high-impact communication, visibility, and accountability. Provides ongoing feedback and support to staff to foster professional growth and performance improvement.
• Clinical Practice & Standards - Assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating standard of care for the ED patient population in accordance with current evidence-based nursing practice. Ensures adherence to approved policies, procedures, protocols, and clinical practice guidelines. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to support effective care planning and coordination.
• Fiscal & Resource Management - Contributes to budget development, manpower planning, and cost-containment strategies. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility in the use of supplies, equipment, and staffing resources. Provides input into operational and capital planning to support departmental needs.
• Education & Staff Development - Supports staff orientation, ongoing education, and competency validation. Coordinates preceptor assignments and ensures effective onboarding of new nursing staff. Participates in identifying educational needs and facilitating professional development opportunities.
• Organizational Engagement - Participates in departmental, divisional, and organizational committees, meetings, and projects aligned with strategic goals. Supports quality improvement initiatives and contributes to performance metrics, patient safety efforts, and regulatory readiness.
• All other duties as assigned

Pay Range

$77,230.00 USD - $139,361.00 USD

The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

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