Job Summary: Nurse Manager-nurse leaders with 24 hour accountability and responsibility for a direct care unit or units-provide the vital link between the administrative strategic plan and the point of care. The nurse manager is responsible for creating safe, healthy environments that support the work of the health care team and contribute to patient environments that support the work of the health care team and contribute to patient engagement. The role is influential; in creating a professional environment and fostering a culture where interdisciplinary team members’ area able to contribute to optimal patient outcomes and grow professionally.

The Nurse Manager holds authority, responsibility, and accountability for the nursing administration and clinical practice within the Gyn/Oncology and Breast Health Outpatient Programs. This role involves developing and implementing program goals and objectives, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, communicating patient care standards, and coordinating care delivery to support program objectives. The Nurse Manager also collaborates closely with oncology programs and infusion units across Care New England operating units.

Key responsibilities include monitoring departmental budgets in partnership with the practice administrator, promoting staff development, managing human resources, overseeing clinical staff scheduling, and performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required; Master’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification required within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Supervisory and management experience in a hospital or healthcare setting required.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills (oral and written).
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center—are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values