Associate Director RN of Pediatric Oncology and Hematology

Banner Health•Tucson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Banner Health recently earned Great Place To Work® Certification™, reflecting their investment in workplace excellence and employee well-being. Banner – University Medical Center Tucson, recognized as Tucson’s top hospital and a Magnet-designated facility, is a leading center for advanced pediatric care, including its Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), General Pediatrics, and Pediatric Oncology programs. The hospital emphasizes compassionate, patient- and family-centered care within a culture of excellence, safety, and innovation. This exempt, frontline leadership position is primarily scheduled Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, with flexibility as unit needs require. The role involves providing strategic and operational oversight of the Pediatric Oncology and Hematology unit, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and team excellence. The Associate Director will partner closely with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure outstanding outcomes for young patients. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is also nationally recognized for patient care, teaching, and research, and is home to Diamond Children's, offering specialized pediatric services. It is a Level 1 Trauma Center and consistently ranked among the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's physicians are faculty at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson, and specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience, and a multi-organ transplant program.

Requirements

Requires a current RN license in state of practice.
Requires BLS certification.
BSN or MSN required for all new hires. BSN required for internal transfers/promotions within 6 months of transfer/promotion.
Must possess a strong knowledge and understanding of clinical care management as normally demonstrated through two years of clinical management experience relevant to patient population.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills of specialty area.
Requires critical thinking, communication, influence, decision-making, analytical, and flexibility skills to make optimal decisions based on multiple variables and desired outcomes.
Must have the ability to practice skills according to department and professional standards and quality requirements.
In LTC setting: Requires familiarity with Alzheimer’s disease and developmental disabilities.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.
Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in nursing preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operations of the Pediatric Oncology & Hematology unit, ensuring efficient, high-quality, and safe patient care delivery
Manage staffing models, scheduling, recruitment, and retention strategies to maintain optimal unit performance
Champion quality improvement initiatives, monitor key performance indicators, and lead efforts to maintain and exceed regulatory and accreditation standards
Model and reinforce Banner Health's values and professional behaviors; cultivate a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team environment
Support ongoing education, professional growth, and engagement of all unit team members
Partner with physicians, advanced practice providers, social workers, child life specialists, and other care team members to deliver holistic, coordinated care
Contribute to departmental and organizational goals, participating in committees, councils, and Magnet-related initiatives
Manages and facilitates patient centered nursing care for designated patient populations by serving as a real-time clinical expert for unit staff and physicians for escalated problem-solving on patients, processes, and family issues.
Manages the operations of the unit to ensure smooth and efficient patient care management and resource utilization.
Leads change by developing, implementing and evaluating quality and process improvement initiatives of the department in conjunction with the director.
Seeks and utilizes input from staff and oversees change implementation.
Ensures compliance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
Facilitates communication of system, regional, facility and department initiatives.
Manages and develops the operational and capital budgets and use of associated resources.
Assures the development of staff leadership through the design of effective shared leadership models and supports career advancement opportunities.
Functions as a role model and encourages staff to participate in their own development.
Responsible for selection, orientation, on-boarding, and retention.
Demonstrates leadership through coaching, performance evaluations, corrective actions, and development opportunities to create a culture of learning.
Manages large single unit or multiple clinical units to ensure excellent patient care.
Actively develops leadership of entry level nurse manager(s) while leading clinical improvement initiatives.
Internal customers include patients, staff, and physicians. External customers include patient family.