Patient Education Specialist -Registered Nurse -Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute Full-time Days

About the position

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an experienced Cardiac/Cardiac Surgical Registered Nurse for the Patient Education Specialist position. We are looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable individual to join our Cardiology Service Line team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating educational materials and web content that help patients understand their heart conditions, treatments, and lifestyle changes necessary for optimal heart health. This role combines clinical expertise with strong writing skills to produce clear, accurate, and engaging content.

Responsibilities

• Develop patient education materials, including brochures, pamphlets, online articles, and videos, that explain complex cardiology concepts in an accessible manner.
• Work closely with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, interventionalists, cardiac nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accuracy and relevance of educational content.
• Act as clinical liaison between medical illustrator and marketing department to ensure clinical accuracy of content.
• Translate medical jargon and research findings into easy-to-understand language for patients and their families.
• Stay updated on the latest cardiology research, treatments, and best practices to incorporate into educational materials.
• Review and edit content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of patient education programs and workshops.
• Gather and incorporate feedback from patients and healthcare providers to continuously improve educational materials.
• Maintain detailed records of all educational materials and updates.
• Create and update content for the cardiology service line's website, ensuring information is current, accurate, and engaging.
• Implement SEO best practices to improve the visibility and accessibility of cardiology-related content online.
• Develop strategies to enhance patient engagement through digital platforms, including social media and online forums.
• Monitor website traffic and engagement metrics to assess the effectiveness of online content and make data-driven improvements.

Requirements

• State of Illinois, Professional Licensure (based on specialty).
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation recognition (healthcare provider level).
• Master’s degree in nursing or healthcare related field, with a focus on adult/clinical education.
• Five years professional clinical experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint computer applications.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated success in the development, delivery and evaluation of education materials and strategies.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• 401(k) matching
• Lifecycle benefits