Nurse Manager (RN) Outpatient Infusion

RWJBarnabas Health; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription DrugInsurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care FSA

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Discounts Through Partners

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks a Nurse Manager (RN) for Outpatient Infusion at Trinitas Regional Medical Center in Elizabeth, NJ. You will provide clinical and operational leadership for the Infusion Center, oversee chemotherapy & immunotherapy administration, staff development, and patient flow optimization to deliver high-quality cancer care.

You will collaborate with physicians, APs, pharmacy, and ancillary teams, ensuring regulatory compliance and a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• BSN and NJ RN license with BLS.
• 3–5 years of professional nursing experience, preferably in oncology/outpatient infusion.
• Leadership experience in charge nurse/coordinator/management.
• ONC/ONS chemo & immunotherapy education or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily infusion center operations ensuring safe, efficient patient care.
• Provide clinical leadership and ongoing support to nurses and infusion staff.
• Supervise administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologics, blood products, IV hydration, and related therapies.
• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and workload based on acuity and priorities.
• Monitor patient flow, chair utilization, wait times, and throughput to improve efficiency.
• Mentor staff through orientation, competency validation, and ongoing education.
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and other teams to coordinate care.
• Promote nursing standards, regulatory compliance, and safety protocols.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes and safety.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Staff development

Oncology nursing

Infusion operations

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Education

BSN

RN license (NJ)

BLS certification

MSN or Healthcare Administration (preferred)

Job description

Nurse Manager (RN) Outpatient Infusion

Req #: 0000269929

Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department: Outpatient Infusion

Location: 225 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $162,600.00 per year

As a Nurse Manager supporting Outpatient Infusion at Trinitas Regional Medical Center's Cancer Center, you'll combine oncology nursing expertise, operational leadership, and a passion for staff development to support the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered cancer care. Working closely with the Director of Patient Care, you'll oversee daily infusion center operations, guide nursing practice, optimize patient flow, and strengthen quality and safety initiatives. This opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact on patients navigating cancer treatment while empowering nursing teams and contributing to the continued success of outpatient oncology services.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Supporting the daily clinical and operational management of the Outpatient Oncology Infusion Center to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered care delivery
• Providing clinical leadership, guidance, and ongoing support to registered nurses and infusion center staff
• Overseeing safe administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologic therapies, blood products, IV hydration, and other supportive oncology treatments
• Coordinating staffing, scheduling, patient assignments, and workload distribution based on patient acuity, treatment needs, and operational priorities
• Monitoring patient flow, infusion chair utilization, treatment volumes, wait times, and potential delays to identify opportunities for improved efficiency
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing nursing staff through orientation, competency validation, performance feedback, and continuing education
• Collaborating with oncologists, advanced practice providers, pharmacy, laboratory, scheduling, research, navigation, and other interdisciplinary partners to coordinate patient care
• Promoting adherence to nursing standards, organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and established oncology safety protocols
• Identifying opportunities for quality improvement and implementing initiatives that strengthen patient safety, clinical outcomes, and operational performance
• Supporting a positive work environment through effective communication, staff engagement, professional development, and collaborative problem-solving
• Addressing clinical and operational concerns while helping resolve barriers that may affect treatment delivery, patient experience, or departmental workflow
• Serving as a clinical and operational resource in the absence of the Director of Patient Care to support continuity of leadership and departmental operations

This role might be for you if:

• You are an experienced nursing professional who enjoys combining clinical expertise with leadership, mentorship, and operational management
• You have a strong understanding of oncology nursing practices and the unique needs of patients receiving infusion-based cancer treatments
• You are comfortable supporting the safe administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologic therapies, and other specialized infusion treatments
• You enjoy leading nursing teams, developing staff competencies, and creating an environment that encourages professional growth
• You understand the importance of effective staffing, patient assignments, workload management, and maintaining efficient patient flow
• You are confident analyzing operational trends, identifying workflow challenges, and implementing practical improvements
• You enjoy collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
• You bring strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to complex clinical and operational situations
• You value patient safety, regulatory compliance, evidence-based nursing practice, and continuous quality improvement
• You are organized, adaptable, and comfortable balancing competing priorities in a busy outpatient oncology environment
• You lead with compassion, accountability, and professionalism while supporting both patient needs and staff well-being
• You are motivated by opportunities to strengthen nursing practice, improve patient experiences, and contribute to the strategic goals of oncology services

Required qualifications and experience:

To be considered for this Nurse Manager opportunity, you must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), possess a current New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license, and maintain BLS certification. Candidates must have a minimum of three to five years of professional nursing experience, preferably in oncology and/or outpatient infusion. Previous leadership experience in a charge nurse, coordinator, supervisory, or management capacity is required. A master's degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration is identified in the position requirements, with the preferred or required status to be confirmed. Experience administering chemotherapy and immunotherapy is preferred, along with ONS/ONCC chemotherapy and immunotherapy certification or equivalent oncology education. Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification is also preferred. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical leadership, oncology nursing expertise, infusion center operations management, staff development, patient flow coordination, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance skills. Candidates should possess excellent communication, critical thinking, organizational, mentoring, and problem-solving abilities, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams and support a high-performing nursing environment. This is a salaried, day shift opportunity supporting Outpatient Infusion at Trinitas Regional Medical Center's Cancer Center, part of RWJBarnabas Health.

Benefits:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer