Oncology Nurse Manager

Vetted Solutions; Waynesville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions seeks a Nurse Manager, Oncology to lead a busy inpatient oncology unit in Waynesville, North Carolina. You will oversee daily operations, drive safe, evidence-based cancer care, and collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient experience.

The role emphasizes leadership in staffing, performance improvement, and adherence to clinical protocols and regulatory standards, supporting a culture of quality and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• Experience leading inpatient oncology units.
• Strong clinical judgment and patient-safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily unit operations including workflow, staffing, and resource coordination.
• Lead quality, safety, and compliance initiatives; monitor patient outcomes and clinical performance.
• Support, mentor, and develop oncology nursing staff to strengthen skills and engagement.
• Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and improve patient experience.
• Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, regulatory requirements, and organizational standards.

Skills

Oncology nursing leadership

Staffing management

Clinical governance

Patient safety

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Nurse Manager, Oncology

to lead a busy inpatient oncology unit and ensure delivery of safe, evidence-based cancer care.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily unit operations, including workflow, staffing, and resource coordination.
• Lead quality, safety, and compliance initiatives; monitor patient outcomes and clinical performance.
• Support, mentor, and develop oncology nursing staff to strengthen skills and engagement.
• Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and improve patient experience.
• Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, regulatory requirements, and organizational standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Nurse with oncology/inpatient leadership experience.
• Strong clinical judgment, knowledge of evidence-based oncology care, and patient-safety focus.
• Ability to lead teams, manage staffing, and drive continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Proficiency in monitoring outcomes, safety metrics, and compliance requirements.