RN Comm Wellness Pt Educa - Community Outreach

Overview

Outpatient Services | Beavercreek | Resource (PRN) | Varied Shift

The Patient Educator position duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist the Community Outreach Department with organizing, implementing and maintaining wellness activities by utilizing their professional knowledge and experience as it relates to their field of expertise
• Regularly participate in and promote wellness programs, including public presentations, with concentration on health promotion, disease prevention, screenings and lifestyle modification
• The Patient Educator will refer clients as needed to KH physicians and services and will track and measure outcomes as mandated
• Will act as the liaison at events and will promote and use service lines in the development of programs specifically designed to meet the needs of the community
• The Patient Educator will regularly enhance knowledge base by staying current in health information provided by nationally recognized health organizations
• The Patient Educator is highly motivated with the ability to work independently of others
• Regularly participates in and promotes wellness programs, including public presentations, with concentration on health promotion, disease prevention, screenings and lifestyle modification

• Associate's degree
• Registered Nurse (Current Ohio nursing license)
• Current BLS /CPR certification
• One or more years of medical office experience
• Minimum of six months clinical nursing experience
• Computer literate and very strong with Excel, Word and Outlook
• Requires the ability to lift 30-50 pounds as needed

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Public speaking, teaching and/or mentoring experience
• Previous experience in Community Health, Health Promotion, or Social Work
• Excellent organization and communication skills

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.