Lung Nodule & Cancer Screening Nurse Navigator

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Organization

SEBMF-East Bay Medical Foundation

Position Overview

A professional registered nurse (RN) who offers individualized assistance to patients, families and caregivers to help overcome health care system barriers. Enhances the patient experience and improves the clinical outcome for patients by providing a seamless navigation process throughout the continuum of care.

Responsible for collaborating with physicians and members of the interdisciplinary teams to triage, coordinate, and consistently manage patient care by educating the patient and serving as a point of contact for patients and families.

Participates in strategic initiatives within the clinical program or service line to include developing, implementing and monitoring navigation activities and sustainability, facilitates shared decision making and patient engagement by forming trusting relationships and addressing patients' communication and health literacy needs, while helping them integrate their values and preferences into treatment decisions.

Works for and promotes positive outcomes for patients, providers and the Sutter health care system.

Job Description

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Certification & Licensure

• RN-Registered Nurse of California
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Department Required Certification & Licensure

Department, Oncology: ONS Foundations of Oncology Nursing Practice within 90 days (if less than 1 year with oncology experience)

Typical Experience

5 years recent relevant experience

Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of Medical Terminology Required

• Ability to ensure follow through with responsibilities and communicate with a varied level of health care staff
• Knowledge of third-party reimbursement helpful
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office software experience required, including Excel and Word

Job Shift

Days

Schedule: Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

• Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
• Pay Range is $90.58 to $126.81 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location.

Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.