Nurse Navigator Oncology Clinic
Listed compensation
$82.48-$115.46/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and time off.
Job Description
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization
SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central
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
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
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 assistance to oncology patients to help them overcome healthcare barriers and navigate the continuum of care. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, educate patients, and facilitate shared decision-making throughout the treatment process.
Requirements
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and hold a current California RN license and BLS certification. A minimum of 5 years of recent relevant experience is required, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and medical terminology.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Oncology — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 50 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 54% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$206k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $186k in an average-cost state. 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 Oncology Clinic 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 299 active Oncology (RN) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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