Clinical Program Coordinator, RN (Virtual Second Opinion) - Hybrid

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai is seeking a Clinical Program Coordinator, RN, to educate patients and families, coordinate care plans, and support ongoing program development across the health system. The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team, adherence to standards, and driving educational initiatives for patients and staff.

Experience in acute care and navigator programs, along with BSN, are required; MSN preferred. Hybrid remote work is available for Los Angeles area residents or relocation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an acute care setting (transplant, cancer, breast, prenatal).
• Experience with program development and navigator programs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient programs and educational activities across nursing and medical staff.
• Develop and revise care plans and educational materials.
• Collaborate with departments and community partners to deliver education and improve care.

Skills

Program coordination

Nursing education

Clinical data management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

BSN Degree

MSN preferred

Job description

Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai!

Job Description

Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai!

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been named to the Honor Roll in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals 2026-2027” rankings. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to our groundbreaking biomedical research facilities and sophisticated medical education programs. We offer learning programs, tuition reimbursement and performance-improvement projects so you can achieve certifications and degrees while gaining the knowledge and experience needed to advance your career. Cedars-Sinai’s Virtual Second Opinion service will empower you to make the best decisions for your health and you can do it from the comfort of your home.

Beyond an outstanding benefit package and competitive salaries, we take pride in hiring the best, most committed employees. Our staff reflects the cultural and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a multifaceted, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.

What will you be doing in this role:

The Clinical Program Coordinator, RN, provides vital education and information on available options, the informed decision-making process, and realistic goal setting to empower the patient/caregiver to actively participate in their plan of care. The Clinical Program Coordinator, RN, establishes and coordinates a supportive care plan with goals and interventions based upon treatment and individual patient/caregiver needs, preferences, beliefs and values. The Clinical Program Coordinator, RN, reviews, evaluates and revises the plan of care for appropriateness on an ongoing and timely basis. Participates in the development of guidelines, protocols, pathways, and other performance improvement activities as it relates to patient care. Works in concert with the Patient Advisory Council to coordinate, implement, and evaluate educational programs/projects for patients and the community at large.

• Establishes and revises the plan of care for appropriateness on an ongoing and timely basis as advised by the patient’s care team. Assists in the development of a comprehensive diagnostic/treatment plan related to the patient's needs, through interdisciplinary input and attendance at weekly meetings.
• Manages clinical data throughout all phases of patient care from initial referral to follow-up. Evaluates clinical data and participates in clinical/ patient rounds.
• Develops, coordinates, implements and evaluates educational programs/ projects for patients/caregivers, nursing staff and assigned members of the support staff. Provides educational sessions for patients/caregivers and other clinical staff throughout the Medical Center as appropriate.
• Provides leadership in developing standards of care for patients undergoing new therapies, demonstrates knowledge and follows the approved protocol for specialized nursing care.
• Tracks volume of referrals and transports, measures outcomes. Actively works to increase in the number of procedures, and patient participation in various clinical and research programs and outreach activities.
• Recommends, develops, and implements policy/protocol revisions and performance improvement activities based on current standards.
• Applies a systematic approach to assess educational needs in collaboration with all levels of nursing and medical personnel and evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of educational programs. Collaborates throughout the Cedars-Sinai Health system (CSHS) in initiating and implementing educational programs.
• Independently coordinates patient programs, projects and events with Nursing, medical center departments and communities across the health care continuum. Serves as a resource and consultant for educational programs throughout the Cedars-Sinai Health System.
• Promotes/ facilitates research by facilitating inter and intra-departmental research, promoting collaborative research and utilizing education and clinical research findings to design/ revise education programs throughout the Cedars-Sinai Health System.
• Actively works to create new transfer agreements with local hospitals, works to build new referral relationships with key physician groups and hospitals in Southern California.

Hybrid Remote = must currently live in Los Angeles area or willing to relocate to LA area for onsite requirements

Qualifications

Experience Requirements:

Three (3) plus years of experience in an acute care setting (transplant, cancer, breast, pre-natal).

Solid understanding of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other state and local regulatory requirements.

Preferred experience with program development and implementation of navigator programs.

Solid grasp of organizational program or project coordination/support experience; applying program/project management and development procedures.

Educational/License Requirements:

Bachelor’s of Science, Nursing (BSN) required.

Master’s degree preferred.

CA RN state License required upon hire.

ANCC Specialty Certification required (in area of specialty) within 1-year of employment.