Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

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Position Overview

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversees the Radiation Oncology nursing staff and the clinical support team which includes nurse navigators, lay patient navigators, nutritionists, oncology educator, social workers and other supportive staff. Participates in strategic and clinical program planning and quality improvement initiatives; serves as a clinical expert and staff resource; fosters interdisciplinary collaborative relationships within Capital Health and the community.
• Prepares appropriate reports within established guidelines and timeframes. Prepares accurate payroll information for submission to the Payroll Department.
• Evaluates performance and ensures competence of staff as evidenced by CH guidelines and timeframes. Acts as a resource in the Cancer Center for staff at Capital Health.
• Assists the Director of the Cancer Center in the development of annual budgets within CH guidelines and timeframe for this area. Monitors budgets for appropriate utilization of resources as evidenced by CH financial reports. Demonstrates proactive vigilance in identifying opportunities for review enhancement and cost reduction.
• Conducts staff meetings to disseminate information, provide direction and encourage staff feedback. Oversees the orientation of new employees. Updates and maintains orientation, competency checklists, and employee files.
• Maintains and updates all department policy and procedure manuals, statistical reports and product catalogues in a timely manner.
• Keeps abreast of new technology and new updates in the field and identifies and evaluates new techniques, practices, equipment and products Attends department in-services, conferences and meetings. Participates in designated committees, community task forces and community health events as requested.
• Improves performance through development of appropriate outcomes based PI monitoring, consistently measured, reassessed and reported via the appropriate CH mechanism minimally annually. Engages staff in active ongoing participation in PI activities. Encourages research and implementation of improved methods of patient care.
• Maintains constant readiness for DNV-GL/DHSS/CMS as measured by self-assessment against standards. Adheres to department regulatory standards and maintains current department accreditations (New Jersey Department of Health, Oncology Nursing Society, American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer, Magnet and any other future accreditation opportunities).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Graduation from an accredited school or nursing. Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field. Master's degree in nursing or related field preferred.
• Experience: Three years of experience in an oncology related healthcare setting.
• Other Credentials: Registered Nurse - NJ
• Knowledge and Skills: Excellent communciations, leadership, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills. Demonstrated clinical expertise in area standards.
• Special Training: Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook). Certified or working towards certification in an oncology related certification program.
• Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Excellent customer service, oral and written communication, interpersonal skills along with reasoning ability.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Walking , Keyboard use/repetitive motion
• Occasional physical demands include: Standing , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities
• Continuous physical demands include: Taste or Smell , Talk or Hear
• Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 15 lbs.
• Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate HearingAnticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Airborne Communicable Disease , Dust/Particulate Matter

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Plan

• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Healthcare FSA

- Dependent Care FSA

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Commuter Transit

• Commuter Parking

• Supplemental Life Insurance

- Voluntary Life Spouse

- Voluntary Life Employee

- Voluntary Life Child

• Voluntary Legal Services

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance

• Voluntary Pet Insurance

• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.