Chronic Disease Education & Care Coach

Henrietta Johnson Medical Center; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical / Dental / V

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short-Term Disability Option

Job summary

Henrietta Johnson Medical Center seeks a Patient Health Educator to support patients with chronic diseases through education, coaching, and follow-up to improve self-management and adherence to care plans. The role emphasizes clear communication and culturally responsive teaching.

The position collaborates with care teams to address barriers like health literacy and social determinants of health, with a focus on keeping patients engaged in care and improving outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• At least two years in patient education, community health, care coordination, or ambulatory care.
• Knowledge of chronic disease management and patient-centered communication.

Responsibilities

• Receives referrals for patients struggling with adherence and care plans.
• Provides education on chronic disease self-management, nutrition, medications, preventive care, and healthy lifestyles.
• Assesses barriers to adherence and escalates needs to the team.

Skills

Chronic disease education

Care coordination

Patient-centered communication

Documentation in EHR

Education

Bachelor's degree in health education, public health, nursing, social work, or related field

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Standard business software

Job description

Henrietta Johnson Medical Center seeks a Patient Health Educator to support patients with chronic diseases through education, coaching, and follow-up to improve self-management and adherence to care plans. The role emphasizes clear communication and culturally responsive teaching.

The position collaborates with care teams to address barriers like health literacy and social determinants of health, with a focus on keeping patients engaged in care and improving outcomes.