RN Nephrology Patient Educator - Baton Rouge​/Hammond

Job Summary

Provides detailed information and guidance to patients to ensure they understand their healthcare plans. Patient Educator is responsible for advising patients about treatment options and supporting them in managing their health conditions.

• Required – Bachelor’s Nursing
• Preferred – Master’s Nursing

• Preferred – 2 years experience in teaching or healthcare education

• Required – Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Preferred – Certified Nephrology Nurse

• Communication
• Time Management
• Empathy
• Patient Education
• Collaboration
• Adaptability
• Problem Solving
• Active Listening
• Health Literacy
• Interpersonal Skills

• Deliver healthcare education sessions to patients
• Assess patient understanding and progress
• Develop personalized educational materials
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient education
• Conduct follow‑up consultations to reinforce learning
• Maintain accurate patient education records
• Research and integrate new educational resources
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Comply with all policies and standards

Light Work – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The job requires walking or standing to a significant degree and may involve pushing or pulling of arm or leg controls. No exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue; no occupational risk for communicable diseases.

Possible exposure to hazardous medications or waste when preparing or disposing of contaminated materials.

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.