Our 24-bed Oncology Unit provides compassionate, specialized care for patients with cancer diagnoses at every stage of their journey. Our nurses support individuals who may be actively undergoing treatment—whether medical, surgical, or radiation-based—and are skilled in administering chemotherapy, managing treatment side effects, and providing transfusion support, advanced pain management, and hospice care. We work closely with the palliative care team and thrive in an interdisciplinary environment, bringing together physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and support staff—all focused on ensuring the best outcomes and quality of life for our patients.

We are seeking a Nurse Manager to lead this exceptional team. The Nurse Manager operates within the Springfield Memorial Hospital and Nursing Division mission, vision, strategic priorities, and goals. Utilizing a shared leadership philosophy, the Nurse Manager assumes 24-hour accountability for unit management and the quality of patient care. This includes fostering a work environment that supports effective communication, collaboration, teambuilding, and professional nursing practice.

The Nurse Manager:

• Ensures Magnet Program standards and evidence-based nursing practices are embedded in daily operations.

• Promotes staff development, engagement, and clinical excellence to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.

• Maintains strong physician, interdepartmental, and community relationships.

• Champions a culture of compassion, innovation, and professional growth.

This is a unique opportunity for a nurse leader who is passionate about oncology care and committed to shaping a supportive, high-performing team.

Education:

·         BSN required; Master’s degree preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:

·         Current Illinois RN licensure required.

·         Holds national specialty nursing certification in clinical area or nursing administration, or completes within 24 months of assuming role.
Experience:

·         At least three years experience in acute care nursing as a registered nurse with demonstrated progressive leadership/management skills.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

·         Demonstrated working knowledge of the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program model and standards.

·         Demonstrated understanding of nurse-sensitive quality indicators and basic hospital/nursing regulatory requirements.