Nurse Manager (RN) - Acute Oncology - 3 South

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

UVA Health seeks a Nurse Manager for Acute Oncology to lead a 28-bed inpatient oncology unit, overseeing clinical excellence, staff development, and patient experience. You will champion evidence-based practice, governance, and professional growth while partnering with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex cancer care.

The role emphasizes a collaborative culture, leadership impact, and ongoing evolution of the oncology program within a top academic health system.

Qualifications

• BSN from an accredited nursing program.
• Master's degree in related field within 5 years of hire.
• At least 3 years of progressively responsible RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily clinical and operational activities of a 28-bed Acute Oncology unit.
• Foster safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Coach and mentor nursing staff; manage performance and career growth.
• Drive quality, patient experience, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Quality improvement

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Master's degree in related field

Tools

EHR systems

Clinical governance tools

Job description

Bring your passion for oncology nursing leadership to a unit where clinical excellence, compassionate care, and professional growth come together. This is an opportunity to lead a highly specialized inpatient oncology team that plays a critical role in caring for patients during some of the most complex and meaningful moments of their healthcare journey.

As the Nurse Manager for Acute Oncology, you will provide leadership for a dedicated nursing team within a specialized oncology environment while advancing quality, patient experience, employee engagement, and operational excellence. You will help shape the future of nursing practice on a unit known for its collaborative culture, commitment to professional development, and exceptional patient-centered care.

The Role

The Nurse Manager is responsible for the overall operations, clinical excellence, and staff development of a 28-bed Acute Oncology unit caring for patients with hematologic malignancies, solid tumor cancers, and complex medical-surgical needs. This leader will cultivate an environment where nurses are empowered to practice at the highest level while delivering evidence-based, compassionate care.

In this role, you will partner closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams to support outstanding patient outcomes and an exceptional care experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead daily clinical and operational activities of a specialized inpatient oncology unit
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Support and develop nursing staff through coaching, mentorship, performance management, and career growth opportunities
• Drive quality, patient experience, and employee engagement initiatives
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated delivery of complex oncology care
• Support evidence-based practice and nursing excellence initiatives
• Advance professional governance principles and encourage frontline nurse participation in decision-making
• Ensure high-quality care delivery for patients requiring chemotherapy administration, blood products, complex infusion therapies, and supportive oncology treatments
• Promote ongoing staff education and specialty oncology knowledge development
• Lead change initiatives and operational improvements that enhance patient outcomes and team effectiveness
• This position offers the opportunity to lead a unit where nurses are highly engaged, teamwork is valued, and leadership is instrumental in continuing the growth and evolution of a thriving oncology program.

Why UVA Health

UVA Health is a nationally recognized academic health system where nursing leaders have the opportunity to influence patient care, support innovation, and shape the future of healthcare delivery. As Nurse Manager of Acute Oncology, you will lead within an environment that values professional practice, lifelong learning, and clinical excellence.

What makes this opportunity exceptional:

• Lead a Specialized Oncology Team providing care for patients with complex hematologic and solid tumor malignancies
• Strong Team Culture with a collaborative, supportive nursing staff that genuinely values working together and supporting one another
• Recognition for Patient Experience Excellence, reflecting the unit's commitment to delivering compassionate, high-quality care
• Shared Governance Environment that empowers nurses to influence practice and contribute to decision-making
• Leadership Impact with the ability to shape unit culture, staff development, quality initiatives, and operational strategy
• Professional Growth Opportunities within an organization committed to developing future nursing leaders
• Academic Medical Center Resources including access to innovation, research, evidence-based practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Learning‑Focused Culture that encourages continuous development, feedback, mentorship, and clinical advancement
• Growing and Evolving Unit where leadership plays a key role in strengthening professional practice and advancing excellence in oncology care

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville

Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life with the perfect balance of professional opportunity and personal fulfillment. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, cycling, wineries, and countless outdoor recreation opportunities. The community is known for its vibrant downtown, award‑winning restaurants, arts and cultural events, excellent schools, and welcoming atmosphere. Healthcare professionals are drawn to Charlottesville for its unique combination of academic excellence, natural beauty, and a lifestyle that supports both career advancement and personal well‑being.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program, Master's degree in related field within 5 years of hire.

Experience: At least 3 years of progressively more responsible experience as a registered nurse in a patient care environment required.

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Licensure: License to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Valid Virginia Driver’s license required for managers with responsibility operations in multiple locations. Must have applicable specialty certification at hire or within 3 years.

Preferred Requirements:

• 2-3 years of Adult Oncology experience
  
• ONS Certification
  
• 2 years of management experience
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The pay range for this role is $110,697.60 - $147,680.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Job Profile

J1619 - Nurse Manager

Career Stream and Level

Management-M2

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