Assistant Nurse Manager- Rotational - Immediate Care Center

The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institutes (OSUCCC-James) mission is focused on integrating quality patient care, education, teaching and research. The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) assists the Nurse Manager in leading a team of care providers to provide patient focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members. The ANM promotes a healthy work environment for the team while cultivating collaboration, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team provides patient care and supportive services utilizing the Nursing Professional Practice Model. Care is directed towards the achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient and family involvement in their own plan of care, increasing efficiency and decreasing costs.

The ANM assists with the planning, organization, direction and evaluation of patient care operations for a designated area(s) on a 24-hour basis. The ANM is key in operationalizing The OSUCCC-James mission, vision, values and goals and assists in creating an environment that supports the nursing professional practice model. The ANM contributes to the ongoing operations of the Nursing Department. The ANM, under the guidance of the Nurse Manager, assists in managing, guiding, coaching, and evaluating the work performance of patient care staff in a designated area. Ongoing collaboration with other patient care departments/areas that relate directly or indirectly to patient care operations and services is essential.

Baccalaureate degree in nursing required, Masters in Nursing or related field is preferred. Current Ohio RN license. Two years of clinical experience in patient care setting required. Holds a current certification in nursing administration or area of clinical expertise; or certification must be achieved within the timeline of eligibility. Prior demonstration of leadership skills and related responsibilities.

FUNCTION: Nursing

SUB-FUNCTION: Nursing Services

CAREER BAND: People Leader- Managerial

CAREER LEVEL: M1

Role
The ANM will help lead the Immediate Care Center at The James but also play an active part on the leadership team for the Oncology Pod ED and James Observation Unit. The ANM will be the on-shift leadership presence across all three areas and help keep operations steady, efficient and safe. This role suits someone who wants meaningful responsibility, real influence and a chance to shape oncology care across the three units.

Shift Expectations
The ANM will work outside the standard 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. window, with most coverage during evenings and nights. The ANM will take one weekend shift each month. The schedule has room for flexibility, but it must support team needs and align with the rest of the leadership group. The ANM will have the autonomy to shape their work pattern as long as unit coverage and leadership continuity remain strong.