Rn Patient Educator

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Adult learning principles
Diabetes management education
Patient and family education
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Registered Specialty Nurse Patient Educator responsible for providing diabetes education to patients and families. The role focuses on creating effective learning environments and collaborating with healthcare professionals to improve patient health outcomes

Job Summary

  • The Registered Specialty Nurse Patient Education is responsible for creating an environment in classroom and clinical settings that facilitate learning.
  • They are responsible for designing curricula and formulating program outcomes to prepare patients/family to maintain or improve their health behaviors and/or health status after leaving the hospital/clinic with regards to diabetes.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family; Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave; Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only); Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS; Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000; Career Training and Educational Opportunities; Merchant Discounts; Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Registered Specialty Nurse Patient Educator responsible for providing diabetes education to patients and families. The role focuses on creating effective learning environments and collaborating with healthcare professionals to improve patient health outcomes.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Adult learning principles
  • Diabetes management education
  • Patient and family education
  • Electronic health record documentation
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork and diversity champion
  • Collaborative healthcare organization

Key Requirements

  • Associate Degree in Nursing with 7 years experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Nursing plus 5 years of RN experience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
  • License or Certificate
  • List of three Professional References
  • Resume

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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