Strategic Nurse Director, Utilization Management

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 222,000 - 256,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles, CA seeks an experienced Utilization Management Nurse Director to lead best practice models, strategic planning, and patient care delivery design. This senior role collaborates with physicians and healthcare teams to ensure optimal care, resource management, and safety across units in a major medical center.

Ideal candidates will bring strong leadership in clinical supervision, operational management, and cross-functional partnerships to drive high-quality health

Qualifications

• Education not specified.
• Experience not specified.
• Licenses & Certifications not specified.

Responsibilities

• Establish best practice models and perform strategic planning.
• Lead investigations of patient/family/member concerns regarding care and services.
• Partner with physicians and healthcare providers to achieve optimal patient care.
• Manage resource needs in clinical areas for appropriate assignment and utilization.
• Evaluate the use and maintenance of equipment, supplies, and medications.
• Assume accountability for patient and employee safety.
• Maintain clinical expertise and provide clinical supervision.
• Delegate tasks aligned to scope of practice.
• Oversee the operation of multiple units by identifying member and operational needs.
• Direct hospital administrative functions to support patient care.

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles, CA seeks an experienced Utilization Management Nurse Director to lead best practice models, strategic planning, and patient care delivery design. This senior role collaborates with physicians and healthcare teams to ensure optimal care, resource management, and safety across units in a major medical center.

Ideal candidates will bring strong leadership in clinical supervision, operational management, and cross-functional partnerships to drive high-quality health