Nurse Manager 7 West Med/Surg./Infusion room

St. John's Riverside Hospital; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Nurse Manager to lead the Infusion Cancer Center. This pivotal role involves overseeing nursing services, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and maintaining high standards of patient care. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with a commitment to fostering a positive work environment. This opportunity not only allows for professional growth but also the chance to make a significant impact on patient care within a supportive and innovative healthcare setting. Join a team where compassion meets advanced medical technology and be part of a tradition of excellence in nursing.

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse in NY with 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• BSN required; MSN or certification preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Infusion Cancer Center.
• Ensure high standards of patient care and staff performance.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for patient treatment.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Conflict Resolution

Patient Care

Team Building

Time Management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.

St. John’s has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its’ commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospitals’ vision, mission and value. St. John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John’s dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.

St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.

St. John’s Riverside Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong

Responsibilities

The Nurse Manager is a registered Professional Nurse and assumes 24-hour responsibility for the daily operations of an individual unit. The Nurse Manager is responsible for the overall management and coordination of nursing services within the Infusion Cancer Center. This role includes ensuring high standards of patient care, overseeing staff performance, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. The Nurse Manager will work collaboratively with the Montefiore Team, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to provide exemplary care to cancer patients receiving infusion therapy.

1. Assimilates St. Johns Riverside Hospital core values, compassion, dignity, integrity, service throughout all processes and interactions.
2. Establishes a pleasant work environment conducive to teamwork, growth, and recognition.
3. Utilizes effective conflict resolution strategies when dealing with staff, physicians, and family members.
4. Communicates with peers, staff, patients, families, and physicians clearly and professionally.
5. Maintains effective, ongoing, and timely communication with staff and maintains records of meetings.
6. Serves as a liaison to all other departments and demonstrates effective team-building and problem-solving strategies in all departmental interactions.
7. Acts as a resource to staff for regulatory and policy matters.
8. Provides divisional coverage as needed.
9. Coordinates staff competency plan in collaboration with nursing education.
10. Identifies and meets learning needs to maintain competency and respond to clinical and management expectations.
11. Shares new knowledge with staff and peers.
12. Monitors unit staffing to budget, overtime/agency usage and provides justifications as needed.
13. Prepares staff schedules in a timely manner. Monitors appropriate use of EBT. Completes timecards for timely and correct payroll.
14. Plans for unit staffing needs on a long term and short-term basis, adjusts these appropriately according to staffing census and acuity to maintain a safe, efficient care environment.
15. Facilitates and ensures orientation of personnel to the unit. Plans and meets with preceptor and employee to ensure goals are met on a biweekly basis.
16. Makes recommendations for staffing, supply, and capital budget needs of the unit. Monitors unit budget in collaboration with Nursing Director. Participates in annual staffing plan/budget review process.
17. Collaborates with the Materials Management Department for appropriate supplies and equipment and ensures proper utilization and maintenance of supplies and equipment on unit.
18. Evaluates work performance and clinical competency of personnel on a timely basis. Takes corrective and/or disciplinary action with staff in collaboration with the nursing director and Human Resources.
19. Counsels and coaches staff concerning their work performance and development holds staff accountable for performance.
20. Interviews potential staff members and recommends hiring of applicants with appropriate skills and behavior in collaboration with recruitment.
21. Develops unit objectives on a yearly basis and submits progress reports as required.
22. Makes recommendations for staff educational needs and plans educational activities with the education department.
23. Cooperates with instructors of affiliating schools in planning the clinical experience of nursing students.
24. Ensures compliance with current Joint Commission (TJC) standards in partnership with our Quality, Safety and PI department.
25. Completes appropriate management conferences.
26. Ensures service excellence initiatives for customer and patient satisfaction by utilizing effective Nurse Leader Rounding with appropriate follow-up and action plans.
27. Responsible for patient safety by monitoring and reporting sentinel events, participates in RCAs.
28. Supervise and manage the nursing staff within the Infusion Cancer Center, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
29. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and professional development.
30. Develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance patient care and ensure regulatory compliance.
31. Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain high standards of care and safety.
32. Collaborate with the quality improvement team to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
33. Ensure Oncology Policy and Procedures are updated/reviewed every 2 years.
34. Provide ongoing education and training for nursing staff to keep abreast of the latest developments in oncology and infusion therapy.
35. Lead and participate in staff meetings, in-services, and other educational activities.
36. Assist with planning of yearly Oncology seminar.
37. Attend the Hudson Valley ONS meetings monthly.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other related assigned duties. Performs unrelated duties in times of emergency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Sitting, standing, walking, bending, good vision, mental alertness, filing during the workday. May require movement throughout the building during the course of the workday. Must be able to lift, push, pull and move a minimum of fifty (50) pounds.

Qualifications

Licensed and currently registered under the laws of the State of New York as a Nurse. 3+ years of Nursing Supervisory experience with good organizational and communication skills. BSN degree or national professional certification preferred. Licensed and currently registered under the laws of the State of New York as a Nurse. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or related field preferred. Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN) required. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications. Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, with at least 2 years in oncology or infusion therapy. Previous management or supervisory experience required. Strong leadership and team-building skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of healthcare data standards and regulations (e.g., HIPAA).