Population Health and Wellness RN
About The Position
The Population Health and Wellness RN balances clinical care with education and advocacy to improve health outcomes, address disparities, and support the health of patient populations. The nurse develops and manages chronic care and wellness programs, monitors program effectiveness, and supports compliance with healthcare standards. The role includes helping patients—particularly older adults—understand their health conditions, Medicare coverage policies, medications, and options for managing their care. Patient education may address nutrition, exercise, medication adherence, safety precautions, and healthy lifestyle habits, tailored to patients’ ages and abilities. The work includes clinic visits, patient outreach, program planning, and community outreach to promote health and wellness. The nurse collaborates with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, primary care providers, specialists, and community resources to coordinate care, navigate barriers, and support continuous improvement through data management. Clinic Care Management focuses on long-term health, wellness, preventive care, and helping patients manage chronic conditions.
Requirements
- Current RN license to practice in the State of Minnesota.
- American Heart Association BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
- Experience with inpatient and outpatient providers.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- EMR expertise.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to multitask efficiently.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Ability to collaborate as part of a team.
Nice To Haves
- Previous clinic or case management experience.
- Three years of clinical experience in an acute care and/or clinical setting.
- Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in nursing.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage chronic care and wellness programs.
- Promote program effectiveness and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Provide clinical care, education, and advocacy to patients.
- Help patients understand health conditions, Medicare coverage policies, medications, and care options.
- Educate patients about nutrition, exercise, medication adherence, safety precautions, and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Coordinate care with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, primary care providers, specialists, and community resources.
- Conduct clinic visits, patient outreach, program planning, and community outreach.
- Manage data to support continuous improvement.
- Help patients manage chronic conditions, access preventive screenings, and overcome barriers to care.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health savings accounts
- Life insurance
- Employer contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Participation in 401(k) and 457(b) plans
- Educational assistance and reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Work-life balance support
- Gym membership and other discounts
- Employee recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
