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Project Manager - Nursing and Patient Care Services

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

BROOKLINE, MAJob$104–111K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$104–111K/yr
Location
BROOKLINE, MA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

The Project Manager for Nursing and Patient Care Services leads complex, high-priority projects with significant organizational impact. The role coordinates cross-functional teams, engages senior leadership and external partners, and translates strategic initiatives into project plans. It also involves quality improvement, resource management, and mentoring project teams. Candidates need seven years of relevant experience, including at least four years in project management or comparable roles; PMP certification or equivalent is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Project Management, nice to haveLeadership, nice to haveStrategic Thinking, nice to haveProblem Solving, nice to haveDecision Making, nice to haveCommunication, nice to haveStakeholder Engagement, nice to haveProject Management Tools, nice to haveProject Management Methodologies, nice to haveOrganizational Navigation, nice to haveChange Management, nice to havePrioritization, nice to haveAdaptability, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Business Administration, Management, Healthcare, or Related Field, required7 Years Relevant Experience, required4 Years Project Management or Comparable Experience, requiredPMP Certification or Equivalent, nice to have

Full job description

The Project Manager for Nursing and Patient Care Services leads and executes complex projects that significantly impact organizational goals and our strategic partnerships. This role involves planning and managing multiple high-priority projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring project success through effective stakeholder engagement. The Project Manager will drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Focuses on strategic project outcomes and long-term goals.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Scope and Complexity: Lead complex projects with significant organizational impact, involving multiple high-priority tasks and cross-functional teams.

  • Decision Making: Exercise significant decision-making authority in project planning, execution, and resource management, with a focus on strategic outcomes.

  • Stakeholder Interaction and Communication: Engage with senior leadership and external partners to align project objectives with organizational goals and drive success.

  • Project Leadership: Provide leadership and direction to project teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

  • Quality Improvement: Implement best practices in quality assurance, developing strategies to optimize processes and continuous improvement.

  • Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to translate strategic initiatives to detailed project plans, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and long-term goals.

  • Mentorship and Development: Mentor and guide project teams, promoting professional development and a culture of excellence.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • Extensive experience in project management with a proven track record of success.

  • Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.

  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on strategic thinking and innovation.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

  • Proficiency in advanced project management tools and methodologies.

  • Ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics and drive change.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Job Qualifications

Education Required

Bachelor's Degree in business administration, management, healthcare, or a related field.

Experience Required

Seven (7) years of relevant experience with progressively increasing responsibility of which at least four (4) years must be in project management OR comparable roles.

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$104,104.00 - $111,315.00

How this job compares

Set against the 20,670 open Project Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$104–111K/yr
  • Massachusetts median$107–166K/yr405 salary ranges
  • US median$108–177K/yr13,584 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $108K, is 22% below the Massachusetts median midpoint ($138K) — in the lowest quarter of Project Manager salary ranges in Massachusetts.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 530 open Project Manager jobs in Massachusetts and 20,670 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Massachusetts
Experience
This posting asks for at least 7 years of experience; Project Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years at the median (18,103 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 10,690 of the 20,670 open Project Manager jobs (52%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Pay, requirements and demand for Nurse jobs

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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