Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We are proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Facility Cancer Center Building Location Sioux Falls, SD Address 1309 W 17th St Sioux Falls, SD 57104 USA Shift 8 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule Full time Weekly Hours 40.00 Department Details Lead a team passionate about providing compassionate cutting-edge care. The Nurse Manager is responsible for the Hematology Oncology clinic and Cancer Infusion Center, ensuring day-to-day operations and supporting the Cancer Center strategic plan. Hours are Monday through Friday daytime with evening or weekend opportunities. The ideal candidate builds relationships with people and teams to ensure shared success.
Job Summary Manages the day-to-day operations for nursing staff and nursing activities for outpatient departments, including patient care record keeping and personnel issues. Responsible for implementing the mission, vision, policies, goals, and objectives of the organization and the nursing/clinical services within their areas. Accountability for the management of a unit or area within outpatient care settings. Supports the nursing staff in performing the clinical roles of patient educator, caregiver, counselor, consultant, and patient advocate. Monitors patient care areas and other facilities for cleanliness and readiness. Assigns patients to available nursing staff, taking into consideration the patients condition and the employees skill level. Participates in interdisciplinary committees and shared governance councils within the outpatient setting. Helps members of the professional interdisciplinary team understand and value the unique contributions. Acts as liaisons between nursing, other disciplines, and administration. Promotes the philosophy and goals of the organization, the development of team relationships, and outpatient practices. May function in a variety of healthcare outpatient roles.
Oversees and assists with scheduling of nursing staff and managing productivity levels. May fill in for clinical support staff when staffing gaps exist. Develops trusting relationships with staff and patients by demonstrating an empathetic and professional attitude. Assists in the training of new staff members and the development of existing staff members. Practices positive collaboration and converts difficult interactions into productive ones. Measures employee performance. Maintains current certifications in specialty and continues education when necessary, as well as tracks and maintains for staff as needed.
Manages the process in reviewing results of clinical performance assessments and recommends process improvements. Implements established performance improvement policies and trains employees on these policies. Assists with providing feedback in the collection and preparation of budget information. As needed, oversees inventory levels and supplies for the department.
Qualifications Bachelors degree in nursing required. Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program preferred, including but not limited to: • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) • National League for Nursing (NLN) Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA)
Must have at least three years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a clinical role. Two years of leadership/management experience preferred. Thorough knowledge of the nursing practice act and standards of nursing care, and a working knowledge of administrative and management techniques.
For Rural Health Network facilities only: • Employees who do not possess a Bachelors degree in the required field may consider an educational plan with proven continuous action toward achieving a Bachelors degree in Nursing within five years of hire into the position. • Additionally, for Rural Health Network facilities, current employees may have considered acceptable qualifications and work experience equivalency based on facility size, rural market, and business need prior to new Sanford education requirements.
Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring, or possesses multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Nurses performing nursing practice over the telephone require licensure in the states where the patients being served reside. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department-specific competencies and certifications. Certification is encouraged and may be required depending on specialty or service area. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
Benefits Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include: • Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life insurance • 401k retirement plan • Work-life balance benefits • Generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance
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Sanford is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and a Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talents@sanfordhealth.org.
Sanford Health has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0249036 Job Function: Nursing Featured: No