Clinical Health Educator

General Summary of Position

About MedStar St. Mary's Hospital, Leonardtown, Maryland

Nestled in the waterside community of Leonardtown, Maryland, MedStar St. Mary's Hospital is a full-service hospital, delivering state-of-the-art emergency, acute inpatient and outpatient care.

With innovative technology and a dedication to excellence, our staff is committed to providing you and your family quality medical care with a compassionate touch. Whether you receive medical care, utilize rehabilitative therapy or participate in a community screening, MedStar St. Mary's Hospital places a priority on delivering a positive healthcare experience.

Key Responsibilities

Works in partnership with communities to design, implement, and evaluate health promotion, prevention and education programs.

What We Offer

Culture- Collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.

Career growth- Career mentoring to help you pursue your passions and gain skills to enhance your value.

Wellbeing- Competitive salary and Total Rewards benefits to help keep you happy and healthy.

Reputation- Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse licensure and typically requires BSN.

Prior Clinical Nursing Experience preferred.

Active MD RN License or Active Compact State RN and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.Facilitate/teach targeted diagnosis specific education and Disease Self-Management Courses.Performs various health screenings, including phlebotomy, flu vaccinations and point-of-care testing.Provide coverage (when assigned) for in-patient hospital rounding, for delivery of patient education, out-patient support coordination and family/caregiver engagement.With hospital Case Management services, establishes transition plans for patients who are being discharged from the hospital.Participates and demonstrates competency in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) initiatives.Actively participates in Quality Improvement Processes as a basis for assisting with the implementation of changes in practice.Provides in-patient hospital rounding, for delivery of patient education, out-patient support coordination and family/caregiver engagement.Demonstrates knowledge of and participate in the development and promotion of clinical practices following MedStar St. Mary's Hospital observed Standards of Care.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required

Experience

• 1-2 years Experience in adult learning required

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in Maryland required

• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required

• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

Why MedStar Health?

At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

• Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.

• Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.

• Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.

• More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health

MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation.

As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations.

MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.