Registered Nurse Community Health Educator - Intermountain Health
Harrisburg, PA
About the Job
Job Description:
Community Health Education Educators facilitate evidence-based programs in community settings, virtually or telephonically to members of the community. Potential candidates possess a desire to help members of the community learn skills they need to self-manage chronic health conditions and live their healthiest lives possible. This position provides specialized education for patients, families, and members of the community. The RN Community Health Educator position conducts training from approved curriculum resources. This position may conduct needs assessment and individualize educational activities as appropriate for participants. This position participates in curriculum updates and revisions based on current research and policy revisions.
Must feel comfortable with a camera on, presenting classes, virtually, to patients and in person . Must be able to teach patients and manage a group class of 1-20 participants without difficulty. Should have excellent communication skills. Must know how to use excel spreadsheets and document in electronic health systems. This caregiver will need to travel to the Nevada Corporate office once or twice a month for training and teaching at times, as well as for ongoing training purposes.
Scope
Job Essentials Implements education programs for designated group(s) and / or unit(s). Teaches classes and adapts delivery of education to meet audience needs. Provides effective coaching to patient, family or community as necessary. Participates in curriculum updates and revisions based on current research and policy revisions. Remains current with applicable clinical information and increases knowledge utilizing research-based information. Takes accountability for personal development and knowledge base. Maintains clinical competency in designated area for age groups served.
Oversees applicable supplies (as needed per educational content). Performs all accountabilities of Registered Nurse for patient care (as applicable), including all applicable policies, procedures, and guidelines. Follows-up with patients as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
+ Current RN License in state of practice.
+ Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
+ Unit specific certification as required (i.e., ACLS, PALS, etc).
+ (Applicants must either have required additional certifications (e.g. ACLS, PALs, NRP) upon hire or must obtain them within a specified timeframe determined by service line and department guidelines.)
+ RNs hired or promoted into this role need to have or obtain their BSN within three years of hire or promotion.
+ Two years of RN experience working in the department or specialty care area.
+ Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships.
+ Experience in a role requiring collaboration and strong customer service orientation, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with professionals at all levels.
+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and meet deadlines.
+ Experience in a role requiring effective verbal, written, interpersonal, and consensus-building communication skills.
+ Demonstrated ability to teach, present and facilitate learning activities.
Preferred Qualifications
+ Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN). Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.
+ Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, or Training/Development.
+ Certification in Nursing Professional Development.
+ Experience with effectively utilizing information systems, software, and technologies to design, develop, and deliver learning, including Learning Management Systems, Learning Content Management System, and E-learning development software.
+ Two years of experience in strategic planning and continuous improvement.
+ Experience with the needs and abilities of older adults and/or those living with chronic conditions
+ Listening skills
+ Ability to uphold Intermountain’s commitment to equity and inclusion
+ Ability to work well with a variety of people from different backgrounds
+ Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to facilitate group discussion and present accurate health related information
+ Demonstrated ability to be organized, reliable and consistent
+ Reliable transportation to and from workshop sites and/or access to reliable highspeed internet to lead virtual workshops
+ Possess a desire to serve and help others
+ Ability to adhere to the fidelity of the programs being taught
+ Ability to collaborate with public health and community-based organizations
+ Ability to source new workshop opportunities
+ Multi-lingual
+ Familiar with virtual platforms (i.e. Microsoft Teams)
+ Experience leading community-based education classes
Physical Requirements:
Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
- and -
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
- and -
Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
- and -
Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
- and -
Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).
- and -
May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
Location:
Nevada Central Office
Work City:
Las Vegas
Work State:
Nevada
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$43.98 - $63.79
We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/employee-benefits/) , and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers (http://www.sclhealthbenefits.org) ; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/diversity/) .
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
All positions subject to close without notice.
Community Health Education Educators facilitate evidence-based programs in community settings, virtually or telephonically to members of the community. Potential candidates possess a desire to help members of the community learn skills they need to self-manage chronic health conditions and live their healthiest lives possible. This position provides specialized education for patients, families, and members of the community. The RN Community Health Educator position conducts training from approved curriculum resources. This position may conduct needs assessment and individualize educational activities as appropriate for participants. This position participates in curriculum updates and revisions based on current research and policy revisions.
Must feel comfortable with a camera on, presenting classes, virtually, to patients and in person . Must be able to teach patients and manage a group class of 1-20 participants without difficulty. Should have excellent communication skills. Must know how to use excel spreadsheets and document in electronic health systems. This caregiver will need to travel to the Nevada Corporate office once or twice a month for training and teaching at times, as well as for ongoing training purposes.
Scope
Job Essentials Implements education programs for designated group(s) and / or unit(s). Teaches classes and adapts delivery of education to meet audience needs. Provides effective coaching to patient, family or community as necessary. Participates in curriculum updates and revisions based on current research and policy revisions. Remains current with applicable clinical information and increases knowledge utilizing research-based information. Takes accountability for personal development and knowledge base. Maintains clinical competency in designated area for age groups served.
Oversees applicable supplies (as needed per educational content). Performs all accountabilities of Registered Nurse for patient care (as applicable), including all applicable policies, procedures, and guidelines. Follows-up with patients as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
+ Current RN License in state of practice.
+ Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
+ Unit specific certification as required (i.e., ACLS, PALS, etc).
+ (Applicants must either have required additional certifications (e.g. ACLS, PALs, NRP) upon hire or must obtain them within a specified timeframe determined by service line and department guidelines.)
+ RNs hired or promoted into this role need to have or obtain their BSN within three years of hire or promotion.
+ Two years of RN experience working in the department or specialty care area.
+ Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships.
+ Experience in a role requiring collaboration and strong customer service orientation, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with professionals at all levels.
+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and meet deadlines.
+ Experience in a role requiring effective verbal, written, interpersonal, and consensus-building communication skills.
+ Demonstrated ability to teach, present and facilitate learning activities.
Preferred Qualifications
+ Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN). Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.
+ Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, or Training/Development.
+ Certification in Nursing Professional Development.
+ Experience with effectively utilizing information systems, software, and technologies to design, develop, and deliver learning, including Learning Management Systems, Learning Content Management System, and E-learning development software.
+ Two years of experience in strategic planning and continuous improvement.
+ Experience with the needs and abilities of older adults and/or those living with chronic conditions
+ Listening skills
+ Ability to uphold Intermountain’s commitment to equity and inclusion
+ Ability to work well with a variety of people from different backgrounds
+ Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to facilitate group discussion and present accurate health related information
+ Demonstrated ability to be organized, reliable and consistent
+ Reliable transportation to and from workshop sites and/or access to reliable highspeed internet to lead virtual workshops
+ Possess a desire to serve and help others
+ Ability to adhere to the fidelity of the programs being taught
+ Ability to collaborate with public health and community-based organizations
+ Ability to source new workshop opportunities
+ Multi-lingual
+ Familiar with virtual platforms (i.e. Microsoft Teams)
+ Experience leading community-based education classes
Physical Requirements:
Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
- and -
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
- and -
Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
- and -
Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
- and -
Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).
- and -
May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
Location:
Nevada Central Office
Work City:
Las Vegas
Work State:
Nevada
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$43.98 - $63.79
We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/employee-benefits/) , and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers (http://www.sclhealthbenefits.org) ; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/diversity/) .
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
All positions subject to close without notice.
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