Nurse Manager, Radiation Oncology

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center•Seattle, WA

About The Position

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and conducting research in cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, it operates clinical care sites providing medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy, and related services. Its integrated research and clinical care teams work to discover new treatments and make life beyond cancer a reality. The Nurse Manager plans, directs, and controls the services and daily operations of the Radiation Oncology department/clinics. The role oversees administrative functions, including day-to-day operations, budget development and oversight, human resources management, and quality assurance. Working with medical leaders, peers, colleagues, and partner institutions, the manager supports high-quality, patient- and family-centered care in an environment that facilitates clinical research. The work spans clinical and managerial situations and requires independent decision-making, analysis, policy and program development, issue resolution, and leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a related healthcare field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in place of a Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Current Washington State Registered Nurse Multistate License (MSL), or a current MSL from another state with the ability to update it to Washington as the Primary State of Residence within 60 days of hire. This requirement may be waived in specific circumstances, subject to approval.
3 years of clinical experience.
2 years of leadership experience.
Works collaboratively toward shared team goals and supports team decisions.
Good customer relations skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Proficiency with standard office computer software, equipment, and clinical information systems.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in healthcare or business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of financial processes, including budget preparation and asset management.
Experience implementing Lean principles and Continuous Process Improvement Methodology.

Responsibilities

With medical staff leaders, manage the organizational, operational, and administrative activities of the clinics.
Supervise registered nurses and assistive personnel at a level appropriate to patient and population needs.
Serve as a clinical role model for nursing staff and stay current on clinical practice issues.
Maintain a safe environment for clinical staff by providing appropriate patient-care equipment and ensuring compliance with procedures.
Ensure appropriate staffing and supervise staff, including hiring, performance evaluations, training and development, and disciplinary, layoff, and termination matters.
Teach, coach, and consult professional nursing staff on clinical issues.
Encourage innovative approaches to patient care in collaboration with the clinic management team.
Support and implement customer-service, financial, and quality goals and initiatives aligned with Fred Hutch’s strategic plan.
Prepare and monitor the operating budget.
Analyze the financial impact of internal changes and implement clinically sound cost efficiencies.
Promote customer satisfaction by reviewing complaints, concerns, and suggestions and ensuring appropriate follow-through.