Heart Failure Nurse Coordinator II

Sutter Health•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

Provides evaluation, treatment, and follow-up to patients within a clinical nursing program. Serves as a primary point of contact for patient care and education, ensuring efficient processes that support safe care throughout the continuum. Participates in developing and implementing clinical programs and procedures, performance improvement programs, and data reporting. Coordinates and supervises nursing standards of practice for patients. May perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department. The position is based at SMCS-Sutter Medical Center - Sacramento, works day shifts, and is a regular, non-exempt, full-time position with 36 weekly hours. Weekend work is occasionally required. Employees may handle hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH identification and USP 800 guidelines.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license for the state where care is provided.
Two years of recent relevant experience.
Demonstrated knowledge and competence in nursing theories, concepts, and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.
Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precautions, patient-care and privacy best practices, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Basic computer application skills, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook).
Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including managing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the EPIC Electronic Health Record.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, treat, and follow up with patients within a clinical nursing program.
Serve as a primary point of contact for patient care and education.
Support safe patient care and efficient processes throughout the continuum of care.
Participate in developing and implementing clinical programs and procedures.
Participate in performance improvement programs and data reporting.
Coordinate and supervise nursing standards of practice for patients.
May perform specific procedures and orient other staff to the department.
Protect the privacy of patients’ protected health information.