RN - Patient & Family Educator
About The Position
Be part of something remarkable, join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Patient & Family Educator to provide specialized education to adult and pediatric patients on conditions including diabetes, heart failure, anticoagulation therapy (Coumadin and Lovenox), and brief alcohol intervention to support safe and effective care. Assess patient and family learning needs and deliver individualized education on essential self-management skills such as blood glucose monitoring, insulin administration, and continuous glucose monitor use. Partner with interdisciplinary teams across inpatient units and clinics to coordinate and reinforce education and support patients and families in understanding their care plans. Utilize evidence-based education strategies, health literacy principles, and innovative teaching technologies to enhance patient and family learning. Serve as a resource and collaborator for clinical staff, reinforcing patient education and supporting a comprehensive patient and family education program across UW Health.
Requirements
- RN Licensure in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
- BLS/CPR Certification Upon Hire Required
- 3 years recent relevant clinical experience Required
- Broad experience in medical/surgical and/or pediatric nursing Required
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred
- Demonstrated leadership experience Preferred
- CDE Preferred
- Experience caring for patients with diabetes, heart failure, or anticoagulation therapy needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide specialized education to adult and pediatric patients on conditions including diabetes, heart failure, anticoagulation therapy (Coumadin and Lovenox), and brief alcohol intervention to support safe and effective care.
- Assess patient and family learning needs and deliver individualized education on essential self-management skills such as blood glucose monitoring, insulin administration, and continuous glucose monitor use.
- Partner with interdisciplinary teams across inpatient units and clinics to coordinate and reinforce education and support patients and families in understanding their care plans.
- Utilize evidence-based education strategies, health literacy principles, and innovative teaching technologies to enhance patient and family learning.
- Serve as a resource and collaborator for clinical staff, reinforcing patient education and supporting a comprehensive patient and family education program across UW Health.
Benefits
- Evening and night shift differential
- Weekend differential
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Career Level
Mid Level
