Palliative Care Coordinator

CommonSpirit Health • Santa Maria, CA

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About The Position

Marian Regional Medical Center, a 191-bed facility located in Santa Maria, California, is recognized as one of the Top 250 Hospitals in the Nation by Healthgrades and was awarded Best Maternity Care by Newsweek. It ranks among 10% in the nation for safety core measures in cardiac services and has the only comprehensive cancer treatment and resource program from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Marian's beautiful mission-style facility houses the latest technology to support excellent physicians and caregivers who deliver compassionate care each and every day. Marian Regional Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health's Southwest Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Marian's offers Santa Maria Valley residents access to the most advanced technologies, an expanded and enhanced Emergency Department, Critical Care Unit, neonatal intensive care unit, and an array of women's services.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of clinical experience or a comparable combination of education and experience required.
• Experience with Palliative care and/or Hospice programs is highly desirable.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Ability to relate and maintain a rapport with all levels of professional personnel.
• Computer experience and knowledge in the management of computer data desirable.

Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing, and evaluating palliative care and hospice services.
• Enhancing the provision of high quality palliative care services to seriously ill and dying patients in the hospital setting.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with physicians, hospital staff, community stakeholders, and system peers.
• Participating in quality improvement activities.
• Providing formal and informal education and support to staff, patients, and their families.
• Consulting on complex cases and appropriateness of care or level of care/utilization activities.
• Acting as a liaison to internal and external contacts/committees/programs.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory/accreditation agencies.
• Facilitating program development and leadership.
• Assisting with decision making/problem solving regarding hospice services.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree