Organization:
CPMC-California Pacific Med Center

Position Overview:
Plans, develops, coordinates and directs the operation of a clinical nursing program. Oversees the execution of procedures and adherence to proper protocols and develops and/or administers performance improvement initiatives for the program. Assumes responsibility for program quality and compliance, and the education and competency of nursing staff. Serves as a clinical and educational consultant to the nursing staff, medical staff, management, patients and other members of the health care team regarding the program. Provide direct patient care as needed, on an irregular basis.

Job Description:

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

CLINICAL PROGRAM COORDINATION.
• Collect and track patient care quality metrics, advising on gaps in certification measures
• Identify and implement protocols designed to satisfy the accreditation and certification requirements (as applicable) of the program
• Real time monitoring of patient care to ensure clinical practice guidelines and timelines are followed throughout the continuum of care
• Provides input to patient assessment processes and treatment care plans for the patient population and suggests/drafts revisions to or devises new policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services.
• Responsible for the implementation, integration and clinical support for quality assurance, performance, performance improvement and risk management activities of the program
• Acts as a resource for members of the interdisciplinary team on care and protocols to promote positive outcomes for patients.
• Coordinates and supervises nursing standards of practice for patients and manages data reporting including program survey participation, monitoring of key performance measures, staff competencies and continuing education as well as protocol/ guidelines oversight

EDUCATION.
• Work closely with patients, families, physicians, and members of the outpatient and inpatient nursing staffs, and other health care team members in formulating instructional patient care and teaching plans
• Uses knowledge of specific clinical needs when developing educational materials.
• In conjunction with nursing staff, medical staff, and management, establishes a clinical program education program for orientation and continuing education.
• Contributes to community awareness through outreach program involvement and or development.

PATIENT CARE.
• Partners with peers, other healthcare providers, and management to effectively streamline patient workflow, improve patient outcomes, and provide the highest care quality
• Communicates patients' plan of care to interdisciplinary care teams and between departments.
• Provides inpatient and outpatient education in the form of individual consults, conducts classes and support groups for patients and the community at large.
• Provide direct patient care and/or respond to code as needed, on an irregular basis

LEADERSHIP.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.
• Actively participates or leads data analysis and develops recommendations and action plans.
• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.

SAFETY.
• Delivers safe and effective patient care in compliance with established hospital policies and procedures, as well as local, state and federal regulations to provide the highest level of patient care.
• Upholds the confidentiality of all patient protected health information (PHI) and protects all PHI from accidental, intentional or inappropriate disclosure.
• Remains current in advancements, trends, and best practices related to acute care and area of specialty and in professional nursing practice.

WHEN SUPPORTING A CENTER OF EXCELLENCE BARIATRIC PROGRAM

• Ensure timely submission of outcome data to the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Quality Improvement (MBSAQIP) registry
• Collaborates with leader to manage program pathways, protocols, oversight standard compliance, and engaging stakeholders in the work of process/quality improvements
• Assist in program development, managing the accreditation process, ensuring continuous compliance with MBSAQIP standards, maintaining relevant pathways and protocols, patient education, monitoring outcomes data and collection, quality improvement initiatives, and the education of relevant staff with a focus on metabolic and bariatric patient safety
• Serve as the liaison between facility and all metabolic and bariatric proceduralists and general surgeons providing call coverage
• Facilitates and attends committee meetings as required by MBSAQIP standards

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

DEPARTMENT REQUIRED EDUCATION:

Affiliate: California Pacific Medical Center, Department: Healing Elder Life Program (HELP), Master's: Prepared advance practice registered nurse (geriatric nurse specialist or geriatric nurse practitioner)

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

RN-Registered Nurse for the state where care is provided

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

Affiliate: California Pacific Medical Center, Department: Healing Elder Life Program (HELP), CNGNP-Certified Gerontological Nurse Practitioner

OR Affiliate: California Pacific Medical Center, Department: Healing Elder Life Program (HELP), RN-Registered Nurse of California

OR Affiliate: California Pacific Medical Center, Department: Healing Elder Life Program (HELP), ANCC-Gerontological Nursing Certification

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

5 years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Expert knowledge and competence with regard to nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.

Knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations.

Knowledge relating to healthcare delivery, project management, and quality improvement.

Experience defining, configuring, accessing, querying, and validating data.

Ability to work independently; receives minimal guidance.

Written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

Knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record (EPIC preferred).
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirements

Job Shift:
Days

Schedule:
Full Time

Days of the Week:
Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:
As Needed

Benefits:
Yes

Unions:
No

Position Status:
Exempt

Weekly Hours:
40

Employee Status:
Regular

Pay Range is $189,300.80 to $249,870.40 / annual salary

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.