Manager Oncology Services RN

Job Title: Manager Oncology Svcs RN

Location: RWJ - 379 Campus Dr,

Somerset

Department Name: Oncology Navigator

Req #: 0000266388

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $137,500.00 - $185,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

The Manager of Oncology Services RN provides leadership and oversight for Oncology Nurse Navigators, and Clinical Access Navigators, ensuring timely access to oncology services and exceptional patient support. The Manager oversees daily operations, staffing, performance management, education, quality outcomes, and accreditation readiness.

This role ensures compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards while promoting efficient patient throughput and customer service excellence. In collaboration with the Vice President of Oncology Access and Navigation, the Manager develops and implements strategies to improve access, navigation quality, and operational performance. The Manager also fosters a positive, accountable, and patient-centered culture through mentorship, coaching, and team development.

As the Manager of Oncology Services RN, a typical day may include:

• Marinating appropriate staffing and workforce management through schedule oversight, payroll approval, proactive coverage planning, and timely resolution of staffing concerns
• Supporting staff development and engagement by conducting regular one-on-one meetings, coaching sessions, team huddles, and performance discussions that promote accountability, teamwork, and professional growth
• Partnering with leadership and Lead Navigators to coordinate onboarding, orientation, annual competencies, continuing education, and role-specific training activities for navigation and access staff
• Promoting a culture of quality, compliance, and accreditation readiness by ensuring adherence to organizational policies, navigation standards, regulatory requirements, and accreditation program standards
• Leading quality improvement initiatives through monitoring key performance indicators, identifying opportunities for improvement, implementing corrective actions, and tracking outcomes to enhance patient care and operational performance
• Supporting accreditation compliance and survey preparedness by participating in accreditation activities, monitoring navigation-related standards, maintaining required documentation, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address gaps and sustain compliance
• Demonstrating leadership in program growth and innovation by supporting strategic initiatives, navigation program enhancements, and specialized services that improve patient outcomes, patient experience, and organizational performance
• May perform other duties as assigned or directed by management

This role might be for you if you possess the following Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of oncology care delivery, patient navigation principles, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and healthcare operations impacting patient access and care coordination
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills with the ability to effectively manage staff performance, foster engagement, and promote professional growth.
• Demonstrate ability to analyze operational, quality, productivity, and patient experience data to identify trends, drive performance improvement, and support decision-making.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills with the ability to build effective relationships with staff, leadership, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Advanced critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands, manage complex workflows, and resolve operational challenges.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records, reporting tools, and healthcare technology systems with the ability to support documentation compliance, quality initiatives, and operational efficiency.

To be considered for this Managerial opportunity, 5 years of previous Oncology RN experience and a minimum of 3 years in a leadership role are required. A Bachelor's degree in Nursing is also required. A Master's degree in Nursing is strongly preferred, as is prior experience with quality improvement, staff mentoring, and performance monitoring. This position is Day Shift, 37.5 hours per week, 8:30am-5pm.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer