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Sacramento, California

Nurse Navigator Pediatric Hematology Oncology

Registered NurseNo weekendsNo nightsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$82.48-$115.46/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) Navigator provides individualized support to patients, families, and caregivers to help them successfully navigate the healthcare system and overcome barriers to care.

This role enhances the patient experience and clinical outcomes by ensuring a seamless, coordinated care journey across the continuum.

The RN Navigator collaborates closely with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to triage, coordinate, and manage patient care, serving as a consistent point of contact and trusted resource for patients and families.

The RN Navigator supports shared decision-making and patient engagement by building strong, trust-based relationships; addressing communication and health literacy needs; and helping patients integrate their values and preferences into treatment decisions.

This role also contributes to strategic initiatives within the clinical program or service line, including the development, implementation, and evaluation of navigation activities to support program sustainability. The RN Navigator advocates for positive outcomes for patients, providers, and the Sutter Health system.

Minimum of three years of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology nursing experience and APHON or ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Provider Card (initial certification and biennial recertification required)

Job Description

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Certification & Licensure

RN-Registered Nurse of California

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Typical Experience

5 years recent relevant experience preferred

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: Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours

6

Days of the Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

No

Unions

No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

0

Employee Status

Per Diem/Casual

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

  • Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
  • Pay Range is $82.48 to $115.46 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers 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.

Key Responsibilities

The Nurse Navigator provides individualized support to pediatric hematology/oncology patients and families to ensure a seamless and coordinated care journey. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to manage patient care, facilitate shared decision-making, and advocate for positive clinical outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a valid California RN license and BLS certification. A minimum of three years of pediatric hematology/oncology experience and APHON or ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy provider certification are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Care CoordinationPatient NavigationInterdisciplinary CollaborationPatient AdvocacyChemotherapy AdministrationImmunotherapy Administration

Oncology — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 40 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 13% are remote, 48% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 16.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Nurse Navigator Pediatric Hematology Oncology at Sutter Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Oncology (RN) — ranked against 316 active Oncology (RN) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

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Salary Distribution26 jobs · 21 employers

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<$105k
14
$105k-130k
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$130k-155k
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$155k-180k
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$180k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks23 jobs · 21 employers

401k / retirement match
91%
Sign-on bonus
22%
CME allowance
9%
Loan repayment
4%
PSLF eligible
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#3

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 6.4
Better work-life than 80% of Oncology (RN) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 316 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Sacramento

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$455k
Typical market rent
$2,056/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.7
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.