Stem Cell Transplant Charge Nurse • Lead & Mentor Team

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Health Savings Plans

Certification and Education Support

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia UVA Health's Stem Cell Transplant Unit seeks an Inpatient Charge Nurse to lead daily unit operations, coordinate staffing, and mentor the nursing team in a high-acuity cellular therapy environment.

This role supports patients undergoing complex cellular therapies and stem cell transplantation, ensuring safe, high-quality care while fostering a culture of accountability and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Education: BSN or currently enrolled in an accredited nursing BSN/MSN program that will be completed within 5 years of hire.
• Experience: RN Clinician 2 or higher who has been employed on the unit for 6 months or has had previous Charge Nurse experience from another unit/organization.
• Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily unit operations to support safe patient flow and exceptional care delivery.
• Coordinate staffing and resources based on patient needs.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for nursing team members.
• Support care escalation and operational decision‑making.
• Facilitate team communication and collaboration across disciplines.
• Promote a positive, productive, and patient‑focused work environment.
• Support patient rounding, service recovery, and patient experience initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Help foster a culture of accountability, learning, and clinical excellence.

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing or BSN/MSN in progress

Job description

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia UVA Health's Stem Cell Transplant Unit seeks an Inpatient Charge Nurse to lead daily unit operations, coordinate staffing, and mentor the nursing team in a high-acuity cellular therapy environment.

This role supports patients undergoing complex cellular therapies and stem cell transplantation, ensuring safe, high-quality care while fostering a culture of accountability and clinical excellence.