Assistant Clinical Manager, Palliative Care

Sutter Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated nursing professional to join their Palliative Care Team. This role is pivotal in ensuring optimal patient-care outcomes through the application of evidence-based practices. The ideal candidate will coordinate care among various providers, providing guidance on complex patient cases. This position offers a chance to work collaboratively with leadership and project managers to enhance care delivery. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school required.
• 4 years of recent experience in Palliative Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for patient-care outcomes and coordinating care.
• Collaborates with leadership to expand the Palliative Care Team.

Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Understanding of Healthcare Laws

Customer Service

Time Management

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Tools

Essential Software Applications

Job description

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

Organization: SMCS-Valley Administration

Position Overview: Accountable for patient-care outcomes through the assimilation and application of evidence-based information to design, implement, and evaluate patient-care processes and models of care delivery, as related to the Palliative Care Team. Promotes creating the best care plan for patients and their families. With the patient in the center, coordinates care between providers involved in the patients’ care. Provides advisement and counsel regarding complicated patient cases. Incumbent will work collaboratively with Care Coordination Leadership, project managers, Hospital Administration to expand the Palliative Care Team.

Job Description:

EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• RN-Registered Nurse for the state where care is provided
• BLS-Basic Life Support Health Provider
• CHPN Certified

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 4 years recent relevant experience in Palliative Care.
• 2 years of recent Supervisory experience preferred.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Solid understanding of operations and workflows and how department’s process/workflow impacts other flows or departments.
• Knowledge and understanding of applicable local, state, federal and other health care laws, regulations and requirements – e.g., TJC, Medi-Cal, Medicare.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including team building, and coaching/mentoring with the ability to motivate and engage others.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve technical and operational issues problems as guided by policies, and procedures, or guidance from leadership.
• Ability to build and establish effective working partnership with employees, peers and/or leaders to achieve business objectives.
• Understands age specific needs in providing care to patient population served.
• Demonstrates ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues.
• Verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle difficult circumstances and make sound business decisions with little direction.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with changing business priorities.
• Demonstrates organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects while delivering quality service/achieving business results.
• Demonstrates commitment to providing exceptional customer service and responding to customer needs/requests in a prompt, courteous manner.
• Demonstrates ability to work/interact with a diverse population while respecting cultural and linguistic differences.
• Ability to use essential software and applications associated with the role’s duties and responsibilities.

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 $83.28 to $109.07 / hour. The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.