Nursing Director - Acute Oncology and Stem Cell Transplant Inpatient

U.V.A Medical Center • Charlottesville, VA

102d • $111,330 - $222,659

About The Position

UVA Health, home to an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and nationally recognized for excellence in patient care, research, and education, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Nursing Director to lead our Acute Oncology and Stem Cell Transplant Inpatient Units. This is a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of patients and families facing some of the most complex cancer diagnoses while guiding a highly skilled nursing team in one of the nation's top academic medical centers. The Nursing Director provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and clinical excellence for the Acute Oncology and Stem Cell Transplant inpatient services. This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, and compassionate care; fostering collaboration across interdisciplinary teams; and advancing best practices that align with UVA Health's mission of transforming health and inspiring hope.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program.
• Master's degree in related field within 4 years of hire.
• 5 or more years of progressive leadership experience, required.
• Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Nice To Haves

• 5 or more years of progressive leadership experience in Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support nursing teams in the delivery of comprehensive inpatient oncology and transplant care.
• Oversee patient care services including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
• Ensure clinical and operational excellence through staffing, resource management, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Partner with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other care team members to provide integrated, patient- and family-centered care.
• Support nursing professional development, mentoring, and succession planning.
• Contribute to UVA Health's continued national leadership in oncology care through innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree