Assistant Nurse Manager Inpatient Oncology Unit
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Baystate Health
Springfield, MA, US
Summary
The Assistant Nurse Manager provides direct nursing care and clinical leadership on the Oncology Unit while collaborating with the Nurse Manager on quality and cost-effective initiatives. They are responsible for staff supervision, human resource leadership, and the operational management of the patient care environment.
Job Description
Assistant Nurse Manager – Inpatient Oncology
Part-Time | 24 Hours | Evening Shift
Location: Baystate Medical Center – Springfield, Massachusetts
Build Your Nursing Leadership Career at Baystate Health
Baystate Health, a nationally recognized healthcare system known for quality, safety, innovation, and patient-centered care, is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager – Inpatient Oncology to join our Springfield 3 Oncology Unit at Baystate Medical Center (BMC).
Located in Springfield, Massachusetts, Baystate Medical Center is a Magnet-designated hospital for nursing excellence and a leader in providing advanced oncology care to patients throughout Western Massachusetts.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) with leadership experience and a passion for developing teams, improving patient outcomes, and advancing exceptional cancer care.
Position Highlights
As the Assistant Nurse Manager, you will partner with the Nurse Manager to provide clinical leadership and support a high-performing oncology nursing team. This role provides direct leadership on off-shifts and weekends while promoting excellence in patient care, staff engagement, and operational performance.
Responsibilities include:
- Serve as a clinical leader, resource, and role model for oncology nursing excellence
- Support delivery of safe, high-quality patient care and achievement of unit-based quality outcomes
- Partner with nursing leadership to implement performance improvement initiatives and evidence-based practices
- Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork, professional growth, and caregiver engagement
- Support recruitment, onboarding, retention, recognition, and development of nursing staff
- Foster a culture aligned with Magnet principles, shared governance, and professional nursing practice
- Provide visible leadership on the inpatient oncology unit and support daily clinical operations
- Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and hospital partners to meet patient care needs
- Support staffing plans based on patient volume, acuity, and operational needs
- Evaluate nursing workflows, clinical processes, and documentation practices to improve efficiency and outcomes
- Partner with the Nurse Educator and Nurse Manager to support staff education, competency development, and a learning environment
About the Oncology Unit – Springfield 3
The Springfield 3 Oncology Unit provides specialized inpatient care for patients receiving advanced cancer treatments, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Our team is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while supporting patients and families throughout their healthcare journey.
Required Qualifications
- Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR/BLS certification
- ADN required; BSN preferred
- Minimum of 3–5 years of oncology nursing experience
- Experience caring for patients receiving chemotherapy and immunotherapy required
Preferred Qualifications
- Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Certificate
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate
- Previous nursing leadership, charge nurse, preceptor, or supervisory experience
Why Baystate Health?
At Baystate Health, we believe nurses are essential leaders in transforming healthcare. We provide opportunities to grow your nursing career while making a meaningful difference for patients and communities across Western Massachusetts.
Join a team where your expertise is valued, your leadership matters, and YOU belong at Baystate. Apply today!
Compensation Philosophy
Baystate Health offers competitive total compensation, including pay, benefits, and recognition programs. Compensation decisions consider multiple factors including experience, education, certifications, licensure, skills, and other organizational factors. The listed pay range does not include the comprehensive benefits package and other applicable incentives.
Education:
Associates Degree in Nursing (Required), Bachelors Degree in Nursing: Nursing
Certifications:
Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Registered Nurse - OtherOtherOther, Registered Nurse - State of MassachusettsState of MassachusettsState of Massachusetts
Compensation
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum
$118,934.00 - $136,718.00 - $161,720.00
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
