Health Educator jobs in Muskegon, MI
Health Educator is responsible for developing and designing health education programs meant to increase community awareness and knowledge. Conducts needs assessments and keeps up-to-date on changes in health care technology to keep program material current. Being a Health Educator develops, coordinates, and disseminates educational resources and materials. May provide health education outreach and consultation. Additionally, Health Educator requires a bachelor's degree in a related area. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Health Educator work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Health Educator typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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- Corewell Health
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Ludington, MI
PART_TIME
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Job SummaryProvides quality education, counsel, and support to clients and their significant others regarding diabetes self-care. Documents the education process, patient information and clinical recommendations according to department/program/regulatory guidelines, and measures outcomes to maximize continuity of care between settings. Participates in projects related to area of specialty and the development/revision of procedures/policies, educational materials/guidelines, educational programs. Collaborates with and serves as a resource for other health professionals to promote delivery of quality services and patient education within the institution as well as the community.Essential Functions
- Assesses the educational needs of patients based on current disease status, other comorbidities, self-care behaviors, medications, laboratory data, lifestyle, factors that affect learning, and available resources.
- Develops and facilitates the implementation of individualized education plans developed mutually with the patient, integrating assessment data and determining the patient’s self-management goals.
- Provides education on essential content and skills and empowers patients/significant others for effective diabetes self-management, adapting materials and teaching approaches appropriate to the learners’ age, culture, learning style, and abilities. Evaluates learning and adapts teaching methods.
- Provides behavior intervention, helping patients identify barriers and facilitates patients’ problem-solving and coping skills for effective self-care behavior and behavior change.
- Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team and patients, in order to ensure ongoing care and coordination of chronic disease management.
- Makes medication recommendations to patient and physician for clinical diabetes management.
- Ensures that services are provided in accordance with State and Federal regulations, organizational policy, and accreditation/compliance requirements. Documents education process, patient information, and clinical recommendations according to department/program/regulatory guidelines.
- Engages in continuous study of the entire professional field, including best practices, to maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities. Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
- Functions within the ambulatory setting.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related healthcare field
3 years of recent relevant clinical experience including prior teaching experience with adult clientele required
Registered Nurse (RN) - State of Michigan , or Registered Dietitian (RD) - Commission on Dietetic Registration - CDR required
CPR - AHA American Heart Association required within first 90 days
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) - National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators (NCBDE) required within first 3 years
Preferred Qualifications
Masters Degree in related field
Certified Diabetes Educator - National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators (NCBDE) upon hire
5 years of experience as a Diabetes Educator
Physical Demands- Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
- Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
- Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
- Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
- Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
- Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
- Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs
- Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 15 lbs
- Sitting: Occasionally
- Standing: Occasionally
- Walking: Occasionally
- Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
- Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
- Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
- Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
- Squat: Seldom
- Stair Climbing: Seldom
- Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
- Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
- Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
- Handling: Occasionally
- Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom
- Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom
- Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
- Visual Acuity ¹
[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
Primary Location
SITE - Ludington Hospital - 1 Atkinson Dr - LudingtonDepartment Name
Diabetes Education - LudingtonEmployment Type
Part timeShift
Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
16Hours of Work
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Days Worked
Monday to Friday, VariableWeekend Frequency
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.
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- Muskegon Area Intermediate School District
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Muskegon, MI
FULL_TIME
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- Muskegon Area Intermediate School District
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Muskegon, MI
FULL_TIME
- JobID: 5533 Position Type: Special Ed & Student Support Services Date Posted: 6/14/2022 Location: Various Buildings Closing Date: 06/27/2022 District: Muskegon Public Schools - website Job Posting ID:...
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- Muskegon Family Care
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Muskegon, MI
FULL_TIME
- MIHP Nurse Educator Full Time Flexible Schedule Muskegon Family Care 2201 S. Getty St. Muskegon, MI 49444 Muskegon Family Care offers a competitive benefit package including Tuition Reimbursement up t...
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- Lululemon
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Traverse, MI
PART_TIME
- Who We Are: lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create trans...
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- Dentsu Aegis (MKTG)
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Traverse, MI
PART_TIME
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- Regency at Fremont
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Fremont, MI
- 8 + 12 hour Shift Options Want to make a difference in someones life every day? As a licensed practical nurse (LPN) with...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Muskegon County
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Muskegon, MI
- Description of Work A Peer Support Specialist, under general review of various HealthWest program supervisors, provides ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
- VitalCore Health Strategies
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Muskegon, MI
- Job Description Job Description Join the VitalCore Team in Michigan! We’re people fueled by passion, not by profit! Vita...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
- VitalCore Health Strategies
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West Olive, MI
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- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Trinity Health Corporation
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Muskegon, MI
- Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: NEW Higher Pay Scale for CNAs! The McAuley, a member of Trinity Health Se...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Regency at Fremont
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Fremont, MI
- 8 or 12-hour shift options! Are you a critical thinker, a skilled communicator, and passionate about caring for seniors?...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
- The Laurels of Hudsonville
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Hudsonville, MI
- 10K sign on bonus!! Are you an RN looking for a leadership role? Do you have a passion for leading and teaching other sk...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
- The Laurels of Hudsonville
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Hudsonville, MI
- Want to make a difference in someones life every day? As a nurse with The Laurels of Hudsonville, you will work as part ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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